UNIUYO First Class Graduate Paulinus Okon Named Akwa United Player of the Season as Ibom Air Splashes Millions on Awards
Akwa United midfielder and University of Uyo first class graduate, Paulinus Okon, emerged as the biggest winner at the Akwa United/Ibom Air End of Season Awards after he was named Player of the Season and received a cash prize of one million naira.
The award ceremony was held at the Uyo Township Stadium on Thursday, May 28, 2026, shortly before the team’s training session, with Nigeria Premier Football League record goal scorer Mfon Udoh, who is also an Ibom Air Brand Ambassador, presenting the awards to deserving players.
Paulinus, who enjoyed an impressive campaign for Coach Paul Offor’s side, stood out with his versatility and consistency throughout the 2025/2026 Nigeria National League season. The intelligent midfielder featured in several attacking and midfield roles and scored four goals as Akwa United finished second in the NNL Southern Conference B.
The Promise Keepers’ partnership with Ibom Air continued to reward outstanding performances during the season, with players and supporters benefiting from different incentives including Player of the Match, Player of the Month and match day gift packages.
Striker Michael Okenwa also smiled home with a huge reward after winning the Highest Goal Scorer award. Okenwa finished the season with five goals and received a cash prize of one million, five hundred thousand naira.
Yannick Menegbe was recognised for his creativity after emerging as the player with the highest number of assists. The exciting winger provided five assists during the season and earned a reward of one million naira.
There was also a Team Play Award for players who contributed greatly to the club’s impressive campaign. The award came with a cash reward of one million naira after Akwa United ended the season unbeaten at home, recording three away wins and one away draw.
Despite narrowly missing promotion back to the Nigeria Premier Football League, Akwa United and Ibom Air are expected to continue their partnership into the 2026/2027 season as the club prepares for another promotion chase.
Meanwhile, the Promise Keepers have now shifted focus to their President Federation Cup Round of 32 encounter against El-Kanemi Warriors. The match is scheduled for Monday, June 1, 2026, at the FIFA Goal Project, Abuja, with kick-off set for 4pm.
