Wike, Dakkada Congratulate Rivers United FC For Winning 2022 NPFL Title
Uncategorized June 30, 2022 Dianabasi Effiong
Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has extended his congratulations to the state-owned Rivers United Football Club for winning the 2021/22 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).Rivers United was officially confirmed the champion of the 2021/2022 NPFL season following Plateau United 1-2 away loss to Akwa United on Saturday.
The governor commended the players and coaching staff of the State owned football club on Sunday, following the memorable victory which ended their 5-year NPFL title wait.
Governor Wike, who attributed the achievement of Rivers United to the talented team’s determination, said it is most heartening that by virtue of the league win, the club will represent the country at the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Champions League next season.
He further added that Rivers United’s triumph at the 2021/2022 NPFL has brought a wave of joy and happiness for the people of Rivers State and the country at large.
“I wish to express my heartfelt appreciation to the coaching staff and particularly the capable players of Rivers United for the valuable efforts they made to emerge the winner of the 2021/2022 NPFL.
“The Government and good people of Rivers State are very proud of the team’s exploits following their dogged performances and resilience display throughout the 2021/2022 season.
“It is worthy to note that over the years, Rivers United has brought so much joy and happiness to football fans and supporters all over the country. This victory, no doubt, marks a major milestone in Rivers State football’s history.”
In the same vein, the Dakkada Football Club have congratulated Rivers United for winning the 2021/2022 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title.
In a congratulatory message to the Pride of Rivers, the Chairman of Dakkada, Coach Aniedi Dickson, described Rivers United as the best team in the 2021/2022 NPFL and their feat of winning the title, as thoroughly deserving.
“On behalf of all of us at Dakkada Football Club, I congratulate you (Rivers United) on your thoroughly deserving feat of winning the 2021/2022 NPFL title thereby distinguishing yourselves as the best team in the country,” Mr. Dickson stated.
“That you have won the league with three matches to spare goes to show how hardworking, disciplined and determined you have been all through the season and I urge you all to brace yourselves for the next CAF Champions League season, which is one of the rewards for winning the league, in order to give the country an effectual representation at the continental showpiece,” the retired Permanent Secretary added.
Rivers United, who became champions on matchday 35, without kicking a ball last weekend after Plateau United lost to Akwa United in Uyo to open an unassailable ten-point gulf for United at the summit of the standings.
Rivers United will be home to Kano Pillars when matchday 36 gets underway this weekend while Dakkada will play hosts to Katsina United in Uyo.
