Midfield anchor Solomon Uloko has been officially named the new captain of Sporting Lagos, as confirmed by the club’s hierarchy this week. Uloko assumes the leadership mantle from Abdulraheem Suleman, who recently vacated the role to pursue a professional career in Europe. Suleman finalized a transfer to the Latvian top-flight side, FK Metta, earlier in the month, necessitating a change in the team’s on-field command.
Since joining the Lagos-based outfit in 2024, Uloko has established himself as a cornerstone of the squad’s technical setup. His elevation to the captaincy comes at a critical juncture as Sporting Lagos intensifies its campaign for a return to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). Currently positioned second in the Conference B standings with 27 points, the club is heavily reliant on his leadership to maintain their momentum in the promotion race.
The new captain’s first major test in his official capacity will take place this weekend, as the team prepares for a crucial league fixture against First Bank FC. With the race for the top spot heating up, the management has expressed full confidence in Uloko’s ability to inspire the squad during the business end of the season.
