Nigeria’s Super Eagles’ goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has been bestowed with the prestigious chieftaincy title of Ugo Egbema, which translates to “The Pride of the Egbema Kingdom.”
The prestigious chieftaincy title was conferred upon him by His Royal Majesty, Nzeobi Evaristus Amida, the traditional ruler of the Mgbede community.
The traditional ruler expressed the significance of the honor, attributing it to Nwabali’s exceptional performance that led Nigeria to the 2024 AFCON final.
His Royal Majesty acknowledged the goalkeeper’s outstanding saves, which not only contributed to the success of the Super Eagles but also brought immense pride and honor to the Egbema Kingdom.
Recalling Nwabali’s stellar contributions to the Super Eagles, the traditional ruler emphasized the need to celebrate individuals who bring honor and glory to their people.
In addition to the chieftaincy title, Stanley Nwabali was also rewarded at the state level.
The governor commended Nwabali for his outstanding contributions to Nigerian football and his exemplary representation of Rivers State on the national stage.
One Aunt Rayo wrote, “Abeg ooo. No be all these titles he needs but a major international club to sign him pls. Y’all should let them him breathe abeg!
One Official Olami wrote, “Omo imagine these guys wins the AFCON. By now Federal Government for don gives each of them a state or two people one state
One Amara Grow With Anita wrote, “This goes to show how people like to associate with success. They didn’t confer a title on him until AFCON happened. It’s well o.
One Godstime Eghosa wrote, “Well deserved. They all did well. In A competition, there must be a winner
One Zainab Zamalek wrote, “Congrats. Well deserved
One Medal wrote, “Dey wan make he safe the community
One Favour Cruz wrote, “Nigeria things they always different, small career when he don start, na una one kill so”
Recall that Nwabali won the hearts of Nigerians with his impressive display at the just concluded African Cup of Nations, where he was crowned Man of the Match. Though Nigerians didn’t win the Cup of Nations, Nwabali made the country proud with his exceptional skills.
The goalkeeper was days ago rewarded with N20 million by the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and was also bestowed with the honor of Distinguished Service Star of River State.
Nwabali was also honoured as a Member of the Order of the Niger (M.O.N.) by the President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Nwabali, via his Instagram page, expressed his disappointment and frustration at disappointing Nigerians.
Taking responsibility and accountability, he appreciated Nigerians for their whole support and apologized to them for letting the country down. Surprisingly, many celebrities flooded his Instagram page with encouraging words and support for him.
