July 28, (THEWILL) – Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has selected retired Super Eagles midfield icon, John Mikel Obi, to serve as the Honorary Adviser on Sports.
The governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Mr Gyang Bere, unveiled this appointment as part of a recent series of announcements on Thursday, in Jos. Mutfwang hailed Obi’s appointment as a significant move to strengthen the state’s sporting endeavours and revive a foundation of excellence in the region. The addition of the football superstar to the administration brings a touch of star power, furthering the governor’s mission.
Before receiving this prestigious honour, Obi had been savouring his retirement from active football. Born in Jos, Plateau State’s capital city, he embarked on his illustrious career with the local club, Plateau United, before garnering international attention and making a contentious move to the English Premier League club, Chelsea, in 2006.
Over the next 11 years, Mikel achieved remarkable success, earning numerous club and individual accolades, including multiple English Premier League and FA Cup titles, along with victories in the Europa League and UEFA Champions League.
Additionally, he played a crucial role in Nigeria’s triumphs in the Africa Cup of Nations and the 2016 Summer Olympics. Now, as the Honorary Adviser on Sports, Obi will be embracing the responsibility of contributing to the sporting landscape of Plateau State, adding a new dimension to his legacy beyond the football pitch.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
