Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has awarded Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali N20 million for his outstanding performance in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Fubara also awarded Nwabali the title of Distinguished Service Star of Rivers State.
The state’s number one citizen also announced a N30 million award for the Super Eagles’ backroom personnel.
Nwabali was one of the Super Eagles’ finest performances at the just ended AFCON 2023 finals, which were held by Cote d’Ivoire.
The 26-year-old played in all seven of Nigeria’s matches in the campaign.
The shot-stopper was chosen Man of the Match in the Super Eagles’ semi-final triumph over South African team Bafana Bafana.
Nwabali has been linked with a move away from South African side, Chippa United, following his strong performances in Cote d’Ivoire.
