Reign FC Star Gift Esonwanne Joins Akwa United, Set for Debut
Reign Football Club of Port Harcourt has confirmed the transfer of Gift Esonwanne to Akwa United Football Club of Akwa Ibom State, effective ahead of the 2025/2026 football season.
Esonwanne, a valued member of Reign FC, has joined Akwa United, who compete in the Nigeria National League (NNL). The club praised Esonwanne’s professionalism, dedication, and consistency during his tenure, stating that his attitude reflected the core values of Reign FC and contributed to the team’s progress.
In a statement signed by the media officer of the club,Mr. Chikwado Udeobasi,the management, coaching crew, and Reign FC family expressed their appreciation for Esonwanne’s commitment and wished him well in his future endeavors. “We wish Gift Esonwanne every success in his future endeavors with Akwa United and beyond,” the statement read.
Esonwanne’s transfer marks a new chapter in his career, and Reign FC has confidence that he will continue to excel with his new team.
SportsRation can exclusively confirm that Gift is in the Akwa United squad for the matchday one clash against Solution FC and is set to make his debut for the 2021 Nigerian champions on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
