Accra Lions have completed the signing of Nigerian striker Chinecherem Lucky Nwafor ahead of the new Ghana Premier League season.
The lanky forward joins the Accra-based club from Nigerian topflight side Sunshine Stars Football Club.
Nwafor has been brought in to strengthen the attack of Accra Lions as they round up their transfer business before their first game of the campaign.
The signing of the Nigerian striker is a significant boost for the club as they prepare to take on former champions Medeama SC on matchday one of the new season on Saturday, September 8, 2024.
The Accra-based club confirmed the arrival of Nwafor on their social media platforms, saying: "We are pleased to announce the signing of Chinecherem Lucky Nwafor. The Nigerian striker joins us from Ondo state-based first-tier side Sunshine Stars Football Club. Welcome to Accra Lions, Lucky!"
Nwafor joins a list of new signings at Accra Lions, including brothers Ahmed and Osman Youssif, goalkeeper Osei Kwadwo, George Paaku, Salman Faris, and Ezekiel Alladoh. The team is looking to make a strong start to the season and challenge for honors.
The signing of Nwafor is expected to add more depth and firepower to the Accra Lions' attack, and fans are excited to see him in action for the first time.
The team will face Medeama SC on matchday one at the Tarkwa Sports Stadium on Saturday, September 8, 2024.
