Akwa Ibom state governor, Udom Emmanuel on Thursday visited Super Eagles training as Nigeria prepare to host the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio stadium Uyo on Friday evening.
The governor urged the players to do their best to secure three points in the Group B World Cup qualifier clash against Cameroon.
He also pledged a sum of $10,000 to the Super Eagles for every goal they score against Cameroon.
On Friday evening, Nigeria will take on the Indomitable Lions, as they continue their quest to be at next year’s World Cup in Russia.
Akwa Ibom Governor Udom Emmanuel was a surprise guest at our training this evening. He redeemed his ?pledge for our victory over Algeria. pic.twitter.com/ckMaQetzvh
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“We are here because there is nothing as good as appreciating people, especially when the people are working for the general good. A love not expressed is a love wasted and so we are here to tell you that we appreciate what you are doing for Nigeria.
“I also want to tell you that no matter how wild a cat is, there is a place you will hold it and it will not be able to harm you. Go there and win the game for us,” Udom told the players.
Governor Udom has also redeemed the $30,000 he promised the team, for the three goals they scored against Algeria in their first 2018 World Cup qualifier.
Anthony Nlebem
