The Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports has refunded the $4,600 paid for the team in São Paulo on their way to Salvador by the Dream Team’s captain, Mikel Obi.
The ministry also assured players and officials of the team that they will be given all that is due to them.
The Sports Minister, Barrister Solomon Dalung, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Mr. Chinyeaka Ohaa, said this while addressing the players and officials after the 2-0 defeat of Denmark in Saturday’s quarter final match in Salvador.
He said, “I am happy to be a Nigerian, because in spite of all the challenges, you have taken the world by storm; you have by your performance given happiness to more than 160 million Nigerians. Football is the biggest unifying factor in Nigeria today. From Mr. President to the average Nigerian you have made everyone proud today.
“I am humbled by your efforts, your commitment, your patriotism. I want to assure you that your sacrifices will not be in vain. Aside whatever the NFF have for you, we will as much as possible make you happy, if only you will be patient with us. Today, with your performance, I am convinced that you will get that gold.”
In his response, Mikel said, “We want to thank you for your fatherly support. In truth, there have been a lot of challenges, but every time we go onto the field, we forget about everything and make sure our fatherland comes first.
“We have done that so far and we will continue to do that, but we need more motivation.” Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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But Solomon dalung denied that Mikel pains 4600 dollars. Why are they refunding money that was not paid in the first place. This minister of sports and lai Mohammed I no know who lie pass.
ReplyDeleteMeanwhile the sports minister had told the whole world that the ministry paid and not Mikel Obi.
ReplyDeleteToo much lies in government. Unfortunately, the government officials are not even ashamed
We are built on lie foundation, government Claimed they paid not Mikel now they are refunding money they earlier claimed that was not paid, this government is a disgrace
ReplyDeleteWhat do you expect from the government of a president who lied about his certificate too. If the foundation of a house built is faulty then there is no need to live in it.
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