Wilfred Ndidi spalshes cash on Flying Eagles
Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi and other prominent Nigerians have shown immense support for the Flying Eagles, with generous donations to motivate the team ahead of their crucial 2025 AFCON U20 semi-final qualifier against Niger Republic.
Ndidi, a former Flying Eagles player himself, made the largest individual donation by contributing N5 million to the campaign. His gesture has set the tone for others to rally behind the seven-time African champions, underscoring the importance of youth football development in Nigeria.
Prominent Donations to Flying Eagles
- Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City midfielder): N5 million
- Senator Barau Jibrin (Deputy Senate President): N2 million
- Frank Peters (Chairman, Crystal Sapphire Ltd): N1.5 million, with a promise of more if the team progresses
- Barrister Kenneth Agadugba (Chairman, Mavlon FC): N2 million, with a potential increase to N12 million if the team reaches the final
- Victor Apugo (Football Administrator): N1 million, with an additional N2 million pledged for a semi-final win
- Adedeji Adeyemi Anthony (Nigerian coach based in Switzerland): N1 million for their recent victory over Côte d’Ivoire
- Anonymous football fraternity member: N1.5 million
- Senior NFF staff member: N1 million
Flying Eagles on the Brink of AFCON U20 Finals
The Flying Eagles will take on Niger Republic on Saturday at 2 pm Nigerian time. A win would secure them a ticket to the AFCON U20 final and qualify them for the tournament, triggering many of the promised financial rewards.
The show of solidarity led by Ndidi demonstrates the unity within Nigerian football and reflects the importance placed on nurturing young talents. The Flying Eagles, who have a proud history at youth level, will look to repay the faith shown in them when they step onto the pitch.
Victory in Saturday’s match would not only affirm their place as one of Africa’s elite youth teams but also unlock further rewards from their supporters, ensuring motivation is high ahead of the encounter.
