By Amaechi Agbo
African Pillar of Sports and Forbes Rated Billionaire, Senator Uzor Kalu has fulfilled his one million pledge to Enyimba FC for Sunday’s CAF Confederation Cup victory against Al Ittihad SC.
The former Governor on Saturday through his verified Facebook page pledged to encourage Enyimba with the sum of one million naira if they win the Tunisians
Enyimba on Sunday prevailed 2-0 against their Libyan opponents in the playoff round fixture at the Enyimba Stadium, with Sadiq Abubakar and Victor Mbaoma getting the goals.
And in fulfillment of his promise, Kalu rewarded the team with one million naira
While acknowledging the donation, Chairman of Enyimba FC, Chief Felix Anyansi Agwu said,
“Senator Kalu had promised to reward the team with one million naira for a win, and following Sunday’s result, has duly fulfilled the pledge.
“We are very thankful to the former Governor for remembering Enyimba at this crucial stage. Senator Orji Uzor Kalu is man whose love for football has never been in doubt, that is why he is a Pillar of Sports in Africa. His gift is a big boost to the players.”
“This singular act has gone to underline the truth that football is an important tool for bringing people together and it is our sincere hope to continuously achieve results that will bring smiles to the faces of our people.” He said
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