Uzodimma honours Imo extraction of Super Falcons with land, cash gifts

Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma, has honored the Imo-born players of the Super Falcons, Nigeria’s women’s national football team, with a plot of land and a cash gift of N30 million each. This gesture comes after the team’s historic win at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, where they defeated the host nation 3-2.

The beneficiaries of the governor’s generosity include:
Players:
Chiamaka Nnadozie: Goalkeeper
Jennifer Echegini
Tochukwu Oluchi
Chinwendu Ihezuo
Osinachi Ohale
Michelle Alozie
Ifeoma Onumonu
Technical Team Members : Also received a plot of land and N30 million each

Governor Uzodimma expressed his joy and pride in the team’s achievement, stating that it brings honor to Imo State and Nigeria. He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for setting the pace in celebrating excellent performance and assured that Imo State will continue to support and promote excellence.

The governor also challenged women and young girls to strive for excellence, emphasizing the importance of sports development in the state. The event was attended by prominent Imo State personalities, including the Deputy Governor, Lady Chinyere Ekomaru, and the Speaker of the Imo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chike Olemgbe.

This gesture is part of the state’s efforts to domesticate and celebrate the team’s feat, recognizing the players’ talent, discipline, and determination.

Earlier, President Tinubu had honored the entire team with N150 million, a three-bedroom house, and the national honor of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON).