Governor Sule Gifts Nasarawa United N6m After Big NPFL Win

Players of Nasarawa United have been rewarded with a cash bonus of N6 million following their impressive 4-1 victory over Rivers United in a Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) encounter.

The Solid Miners delivered a dominant performance at the Lafia City Stadium, scoring four goals to secure a crucial win that boosted their position on the league table.

As part of the reward, Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule gifted the team N1 million for each goal scored during the match, bringing the total to N4 million.

In addition to the governor’s contribution, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Kwanta Yakubu, further rewarded the players with an extra N2 million, raising the total bonus to N6 million.

The gesture has been seen as a morale booster for the team as they continue their push for a strong finish in the league.

Goals from Jofrank Istifanus, Ngei Oluka-Efor, Abubakar Abdullahi, and Chimezie Victor ensured a comprehensive victory for Nasarawa United, while Taiwo Abdulrafiu scored the lone goal for Rivers United. The result reflects the home side’s attacking strength and determination to compete at the highest level this season.

The win has significant implications for Nasarawa United’s campaign, as it moves the team up to third position in the NPFL standings. With momentum now on their side, the players will be eager to maintain consistency in upcoming fixtures and strengthen their title ambitions.

The financial reward highlights the importance of motivation and support from stakeholders in Nigerian football. Incentives such as these not only boost player morale but also encourage higher performance levels on the pitch.

For Nasarawa United, the victory and accompanying reward could serve as a turning point in their season as they aim to remain among the top contenders in the league.

Fans will now look forward to seeing if the Solid Miners can build on this result and continue their impressive run in the NPFL.