Coach Abdul Wahid takes charge of Tamale City

Ghana Premier League newcomers Tamale City FC have appointed Mohammed Abdul Wahid as the club’s first team coach, granting an opportunity to the son of the land.

The former Legon Cities assistant coach signed a two-year deal to join the Tamale-based side.

He will be assisted by his elder brother and former Asante Kotoko midfielder Hamza Mohammed and Mohammed Bashiru.

“We can confirm the appointment of trainer Abdul Wahid as our new first team manager. Welcome to the citizens family,” the club posted on Twitter.

Born in Tamale, Abdul Wahid spend major part of playing career at Dansoman Liberty Professionals.

He however served as assistant coach to Legon Cities since 2019.

Tamale City led by Hamza Mohammed gained promotion to the topflight after beating Ebusua Dwarfs and Liberty professionals in the Division One playoffs.

The Tamale-based club begin their Ghana Premier League campaign against Karela United.