Nigeria U-20 and Akwa United defender Somto Nnoli has paid a courtesy go to to Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Sports activities, Elder Paul Bassey, following his return from the lately concluded WAFU B U-20 Championship in Côte d’Ivoire.
Nnoli was a part of the Flying Eagles squad that completed as runners-up on the regional match, the place Nigeria produced a robust run to the ultimate.
The younger defender was accompanied by Akwa United head coach Paul Offor throughout the go to.
Nnoli introduced the Sports activities Commissioner with a memento jersey as a gesture of appreciation for the help and encouragement given to athletes from Akwa Ibom State.
Receiving the participant, Elder Paul Bassey congratulated Nnoli on his achievement and praised him for representing Nigeria and Akwa United with distinction on the regional stage.
The Commissioner mentioned Nnoli’s progress was one other signal of the rising soccer expertise rising from Akwa United.
He described the defender’s achievement as a supply of satisfaction and encouragement to different younger footballers within the state.
Bassey additionally urged Nnoli to stay targeted, disciplined and dedicated to enhancing his recreation as he continues his skilled profession.
Nnoli’s involvement with the Flying Eagles additional highlights Akwa United’s function in growing younger gamers and offering them with a platform to earn nationwide recognition.
The defender has since returned to membership responsibility with Akwa United as preparations proceed forward of the brand new soccer season.
