Her Excellency Professor Ngozi Nma Odu DSSRS, the Deputy Governor of Rivers State, extended a warm welcome to Nwabali Bobbi Stanley, the Super Eagles’ goalkeeper, at her office in Government House, Port Harcourt.
The meeting was a celebratory occasion, as the Deputy Governor expressed her delight and admiration for both the Super Eagles team and Nwabali’s exceptional performance in the AFCON 2024 tournament.
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Prof. Odu commended Nwabali for his dedication and contribution to the success of the team, emphasizing the pride he has brought to Rivers State and the nation as a whole.
She assured Nwabali of the government’s steadfast support for sports development in the state, reaffirming the commitment to nurturing young talents like him and providing them with the necessary resources and opportunities to excel.
Recognizing the transformative power of sports in fostering national unity, Prof. Odu underscored the importance of athletes like Nwabali in inspiring and unifying communities across the country.
She encouraged him to continue being a role model for aspiring athletes in Rivers State and beyond.
As a token of appreciation and encouragement, Prof. Odu presented Nwabali with some financial support, although the exact amount remains undisclosed.
This gesture symbolizes the government’s tangible commitment to recognizing and rewarding excellence in sports and further motivating athletes to reach greater heights.
