The Progressives Governors' Discussion board, led by Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, has distributed N200 million in help of the Tremendous Eagles gamers at the moment campaigning for the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast.
The Tremendous Eagles met South Africa's Bafana Banana within the semi-final of the championship yesterday.
Uzodimma, who has been constantly sending phrases of encouragement to the Tremendous Eagles gamers for the reason that match reached the vital stage, additionally promised them the federal government's full help to elevate the trophy.
In a press release by Oguwike Nwachuku, Chief Press Secretary and Media Advisor to Senator Uzodimma, the governor stated no help to the Tremendous Eagles will likely be a waste.
The Governor of Imo State used the chance to resume his name on the gamers and their attendants to stay centered and dedicated to the conduct of the AFCON 2023, noting that whereas victory awaits their efforts, in cheers emerge from each nook and cranny of Nigeria.
Elated over the event, the Minister of Sports activities Growth, Senator John Owan Enoh, stated the governors' gesture has created pleasure and cheers within the crew's camp.
Senator Enoh stated: “I want to thank the Progressive Governors’ Discussion board led by Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State for galvanizing and refunding the sum of N200 million to the Tremendous Eagles of Nigeria at the moment in Ivory Coast for AFCON 2023.”
The minister famous that the gesture has tremendously motivated the Tremendous Eagles forward of yesterday's semi-final towards South Africa at Stade Bouaké, Ivory Coast.
