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Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, Deputy Senate President and others have rewarded the Flying Eagles for their brilliant outing at the AFCON qualifiers.
Leicester City midfielder and Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi has emerged as the leading donor in a wave of support for Nigeria's U20 team, contributing N5 million to motivate the Flying Eagles ahead of their crucial AFCON 2025 qualifier against Niger Republic.
Ndidi, a Flying Eagles alumnus himself, made the largest individual contribution in a collective effort that has seen well-meaning Nigerians rally behind the seven-time African champions.
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The support campaign has attracted contributions from various sectors, with Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, donating N2 million to the cause.
Crystal Sapphire Ltd Chairman Frank Peters has pledged N1.5 million, with a promise of additional support if the team progresses past Niger Republic in Saturday's semi-final clash.
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Mavlon FC Chairman Barrister Kenneth Agadugba: N2 million initial donation with a potential increase to N12 million if the team reaches the final
Football administrator Victor Apugo: N1 million, with an additional N2 million, promised for a semi-final victory. Switzerland-based Nigerian coach Adedeji Adeyemi Anthony: N1 million for the team's victory over Côte d'Ivoire, an anonymous football fraternity member: N1.5 million a senior NFF staff member: N1 million
The Flying Eagles will face the Niger Republic in the semi-final on Saturday at 2 pm Nigerian time, with both an AFCON U20 finals ticket and a place in the tournament final at stake.
Victory would not only secure their qualification but also trigger several of the promised additional financial rewards from their supporters.
This outpouring of support, led by Ndidi's example, demonstrates the unity within Nigerian football and the importance placed on youth development in the country's football structure. The Flying Eagles will look to repay this faith when they take the field on Saturday.
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