Gov Otu gifts WAFCON winner, Miracle Usani, N50m, plot of land

A member of the 2025 WAFCON  winning Super Falcons, Miracle Usani, an indigene of Cross  River, smiled to the bank yesterday as she was hosted by the Governor of the State,  Bassey Otu, who gifted her N50m and a plot of land. Apart from the cash reward of N50m and a plot of land in […]

A member of the 2025 WAFCON  winning Super Falcons, Miracle Usani, an indigene of Cross  River, smiled to the bank yesterday as she was hosted by the Governor of the State,  Bassey Otu, who gifted her N50m and a plot of land.

Apart from the cash reward of N50m and a plot of land in Calabar, she was appointed the Sports Ambassador of the state.

Governor  Otu said  the  gesture was in   recognition   of   her  outstanding performance on the continental stage and her inspiring  contribution to women’s football and national pride.

“We are very happy to have you here today. Your determination and spirit have blown me away. “You  are  not just an international personality today, but a symbol of pride for Cross River, Nigeria, and Africa.

“We have agreed on    50 million and a plot of land in Calabar for you. You are now on our VVIP protocol list. Whenever we have official state events, you’ll be partof us as our Sports Ambassador,” said Otu.

Responding,  Usani  who  plays  for Edo Queens  said  the  recognition  and encouragement by her state have spurred

her to do more. “My journey wasn’t easy. Growing up, people told me that girls who play football become masculine and won’t get married.

“There was no female  team in Uke where I grew up, so I played football with boys. It wasn’t easy, but I was determined.

Today, I’m proud to represent Nigeria and Cross River at the highest stage,” she said. Usani, therefore, dedicated her success to God, her parents, and the people of Cross River State.