By Ehichioya Steve Odion
A former Chairman of Esan North East Local Government and Edo State 2024 Governorship hopeful, Hon John Yakubu has hailed Nigerian football international and Napoli striker ,Victor Osimhen for his role in helping Italian Football Club for not only gaining top spot but also winning the Italian league for the first time in more than three decades.
In press statement issued in Benin City, and made available to the Groove Watch News, Hon Yakubu congratulated the striker for not only bringing glory to his club, Nigeria but indeed Edo State, his state of origin.
Hon Yakubu said that Victor Osimhen by this feat has also demonstrated the indomitable spirit of the Edo person that calls for celebration by all Edo people.
The former Esan North Local Government helmsman disclosed that he was personally proud of his exploits describing him as a role model to all Edo youths.
He used the occasion to call on all Edo youths to emulate the can do spirit of Victor Osimhen in whatever field they may find themselves, saying that hard work is the surest way to genuine and lasting success.
Hon John Yakubu said if given the opportunity to serve Edo State as its Chief Servant in 2024, that he will help to create the necessry enabling environment that will bring out the best in our youths, adding that there were many hidden talents like Victor Osimhen,be it in sports, IT, or in the creative arts, who for now lack the necessary support and environment to shine.
He urged both the federal and state governments to do more for our youths to unleash their creativity, not only for their self fulfillment, but for the overall benefit of the society.
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