Delta honours Keshi with plot of land

Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan of Delta State (left) and Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi when the coach and the players visited the governor in Asaba on Thursday

Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan of Delta State yesterday added another dimension to the celebration of 2013 African Nations Cup heroes when he not only appreciated Stephen Keshi with a plot of land but also said that the state ould assist him to develop the property so that Keshi could find a home in his home state. The plan is for Keshi to start identifying with his home state in the area of sports development.

Delta held a reception for the Eagles and this was part of the implementation of the sports summit the state held in October last year. During the summit mentoring was highlighted as one of the motivating factors for athletes. It was against this background that Governor Uduaghan asked Keshi and all the sports heroes from the state to mentor budding talents. Delta invited former internationals like Godwin Etemike, George Ogawon, Ebuwon Didiere, Owolo and Jossy Dombraye to the event at the Government House. This was after the players rode through Asaba streets and were appreciated by the people.

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