Rivers Angels FC were treated to a hero’s welcome at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Wednesday. The team, fresh off their triumph in the Women’s President Federation Cup finals, were received by the Executive Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara.
Governor Fubara, in a display of immense pride for the team’s accomplishment, announced a celebratory reward of twenty-five million Naira.
This generous gesture serves as a testament to the immense value placed on the team’s victory and their contribution to the state’s sporting legacy. The Governor’s reception and financial reward undoubtedly boost team morale and further solidify the connection between Rivers Angels and the Rivers State government.
Governor Fubara didn’t stop at mere celebration. He seized the opportunity to ignite a fire of ambition within the Rivers Angels. His Excellency pledged unwavering support for the team, his voice resonating with a clear message: continued investment and backing for the future. This commitment extends far beyond the current victory, setting the stage for the Angels to soar to even greater heights.
With the Governor’s backing, the team can confidently strive for even more success, bringing not just personal glory but further solidifying Rivers State’s position as a powerhouse in Nigerian women’s football. G
His vision undoubtedly paints a picture of a future brimming with trophies and a team etching its name even deeper into the annals of sporting history, all while bringing immense pride to the people of Rivers State.
Multiple times Federation Cup winners, Rivers Angels added a ninth laurel to their cabinet after edging out first time finalists Naija Ratels in a nervy 1-0 tie at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena last month.
This endearing conquest ends head coach Whyte Ogbonda’s trophyless managerial run after an agonizing 2023/24 NWFL season where they missed out of the crown by just a point to Edo Queens.
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