President Mohammadu Buhari has appointed former Super Eagles Captain, John Mikel Obi, “Youth Ambassador”.
This was made known on Friday, at an event held at the National Stadium, Surulere Lagos, attended by the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare.
According to the Special Adviser to the Minister on Media, John Joshua-Akanji, the appointment was to inspire young Nigerians towards excellence.
Mikel was described by the Minister as a “role model whose lasting legacies in football development has continued to have a positive impact on youths.
The Stoke City midfielder and former Chelsea player was assured of Federal Government support whenever he chooses to invest in the country.
Dare further said, “Time will not permit me to say much about Mikel’s successes as a footballer. He is our legend and a role model who has continued to impact the lives of youth positively.
“It is my pleasure to appoint you as Nigeria Youth Ambassador. It’s a new portfolio and your role as youth ambassador will be made known to Nigerians.”
Responding, Mikel said, “I feel highly honoured to be appointed as Youth Ambassador of this country, it is a great feeling.
“I am happy with this partnership and I promise to do my best to encourage and inspire the youths towards national development, not just in football but in other sports like Basketball, boxing among others”, he concluded
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