Ekong Speaks Out After Reward with House and Land
Nigerian footballer William Troost Ekong, part of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations squad, broke his silence after being rewarded with a house and land by President Tinubu. Ekong, the captain of Nigeria's silver medal-winning team, expressed immense pride and gratitude for the honor, emphasizing the responsibility that comes with representing the nation.
Despite not being included in Nigeria's 54-man preliminary squad for the 2025 AFCON, Ekong remains connected to the team and pledged his support as they prepare to face Tanzania. The reward is seen as a morale boost ahead of Nigeria's upcoming matches.
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