Double Boost For Team Ya Ziko – ZESCO United unveil Derrick Obame and Emmanuel Manda

ZESCO United Football Club is proud to officially unveil two exciting new additions to the Ndola Giants – Gabonese attacking midfielder Derrick Maureen Assoumou Obame and Zambian forward Emmanuel Manda from FC MUZA.

At only 19 years old, Obame arrives from Football Canon 105 (Gabon) as a highly rated left-footed playmaker, identified by the club as a strategic addition to strengthen creativity, tempo control and attacking unpredictability ahead of both domestic and continental campaigns. His technical quality, vision, composure in tight spaces and attacking intelligence are expected to elevate ZESCO’S offensive play and provide quality service to the forwards. Obame has already linked up with the squad in Ndola and will integrate immediately with the technical team.

Meanwhile, Emmanuel Manda joins the live wires from FC MUZA, bringing aggression, pace and attacking hunger to the frontline. The dynamic forward has officially arrived in Ndola and put pen to paper on a two-year contract following agreement between the two clubs. Known for his ability to unsettle defenders and his all-round attacking play, Manda now embarks on an exciting new chapter at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium as ZESCO continues to build a squad capable of challenging for silverware both locally and continentally.

Speaking at the unveiling, ZESCO United FC CEO Kelvin Mutafu expressed confidence in the club’s recruitment direction and ambitions for the season.

“These two signings reflect our ambition and long-term vision as a club. Derrick brings creativity and intelligence to our midfield, while Emmanuel adds energy, aggression and poses as an attacking threat. Together, they create squad depth and competitiveness as we pursue success both locally and continentally. We are confident they will make a positive impact and excite our fans.”

The unveiling of Obame and Manda signals ZESCO United’s intent to strengthen squad depth, creativity and attacking firepower as the club pushes for glory in all competitions

Welcome to the ZESCO family, Derrick and Emmanuel!

Ndola, let’s rally behind our new stars!