Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye visited Governor Peter Mbah at the Government House in Enugu on Tuesday. The visit marked a homecoming for Okoye, who was born in Enugu State.
Okoye shared his excitement about returning. “I’m truly excited to be back home. Enugu is my origin and I carry it with pride everywhere I go.“ He announced his intention to launch a charitable foundation and start a football academy.
“I look forward to giving back by setting up a foundation for humanitarian causes and a football academy to mentor and train aspiring players,” he said.
Governor Appoints Okoye State Ambassador
Governor Mbah praised Okoye for bringing honour to Enugu. “Maduka Okoye represents the best of Enugu talent on the national and global stage,” the governor said. “As a state, we are proud of his achievements and inspired by his desire to give back.”
He officially appointed Okoye as an Ambassador of Enugu State and said he would serve as a role model for students in the state’s Smart Green Schools.
The governor pledged the state’s support for Okoye’s initiatives. He announced that land would be allocated for the football academy and revealed plans to upgrade Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium to meet FIFA standards.
He also invited Okoye to feature in the next Enugu International Marathon, which will host elite runners from around the world.
Youth Focus Drives State Agenda
Governor Mbah reiterated the government’s dedication to youth development. He said Enugu will keep creating platforms for young talents to excel nationally and internationally.
The new foundation and academy are expected to train the next generation of footballers while advancing humanitarian causes across the state.
The stadium renovation project signals a broader effort to enhance sports infrastructure and promote physical fitness through events like the international marathon.
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