Ibom Angels arrive home to Governors welcome following NWFL promotion
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, warmly welcomed the players and officials of Ibom Angels Football Club following their triumph in the Women’s Second Division Football League Championship, which concluded yesterday in Calabar.
Ibom Angels secured one of two coveted promotion spots to the top tier of Nigerian women’s football, the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL), with a commanding 2-0 victory over Osun Babes of Osogbo in the semi-final play-off, witnessed by a capacity crowd at the U. J. Esuene Stadium.
During a brief but lively reception at Uyo Township Stadium on Monday, Governor Eno, represented by the Commissioner for Youth Development and Sports, Sir Monday Uko, hailed the team as shining ambassadors of his ARISE agenda. He emphasized that the state government remains committed to youth development, aiming to make them self-reliant, resourceful, and productive.
“I am delighted you responded to our call and showcased your potential, securing an achievement that has brought smiles to our people and immense pride to our state,” Uko said per a statement by his media aide, Edidiong Stephen.
He further announced, “Tomorrow, we will launch a 5,000-job scheme for vulnerable youths, underscoring our dedication to youth-related issues.”
Governor Eno also made a generous cash donation to the team and urged them to maintain their winning form as they prepare for the 2024/2025 NWFL season.
In response, Head Coach Edwin Okon and team captain Abasiofon Uwah expressed their gratitude to the Governor for his unwavering support despite the challenging economic climate. They also thanked him for the significant financial and material contributions, vowing to continue working hard to bring further glory to the state.
