Why NFF Appointed Chairman Chukwu Life Ambassador — Pinnick

By Daily Sports on April 27, 2019

President of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, Amaju Pinnick yesterday disclosed to Vanguard Sports that Christian Chukwu was appointed a life Ambassador of the Super Eagles with a monthly salary of N500,000 because of his contributions to the development of the game in the country.

He said the decision to appoint Chukwu an ambassador is a way of rewarding past players who have contributed to the development of the game in the country, adding that the football legend will equally accompany the Super Eagles to matches to help boost their morale.

“Chukwu is a legend of the game in Nigeria. The NFF decided to introduce this award as a way of rewarding past players who have contributed to the development of the game in Nigeria. As a Life Ambassador, Chukwu will be placed on a monthly salary of N500,000 as well as accompanying the Super Eagles to matches,” he said.

He added that the gesture will be extended to other legends of the game who have equally contributed to the game. (Vanguard)

•Photo shows Amaju Pinnick 

Source Daily Sports

Posted April 27, 2019


 

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