The Rangers International Football Club of Enugu has been rewarded with the sum of N50 million by the Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, for emerging champions of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season. Governor Mbah made the pledge during a courtesy visit by the Rangers officials and players to the Government House in Enugu on Saturday.
According to reports, the Flying Antelopes secured their 21st NPFL title after a 2-1 away victory over Gombe United on the final day of the season last weekend. In recognition of their momentous achievement, Governor Mbah who has been a strong supporter of the club, congratulated the team's management, players and coaches for bringing pride and honour to the state with their triumph.
The Governor was quoted as saying "Rangers International transcends generations, acts as a unifying factor to many and so it is not just about winning a trophy and making us proud but putting Enugu State in the hearts and minds of people...so I want to end by saying that you have made us proud and we would in turn also make you happy." In addition to the cash reward of N50m, the team will also receive unspecified non-cash gifts from the Governor.
The Rangers General Manager, Amobi Ezeaku also thanked Governor Mbah for his unflinching support, noting that the team's successes were possible due to the rehabilitation of their home stadium by the Governor after 2 years of playing elsewhere. It remains to be seen how the massive financial windfall will be utilised by the Players and team management in their quest for continued success.