Victor Osimhen
Osimhen grateful for MFR national award
Super Eagles and Napoli FC of Italy striker, Victor Osimhen has expressed gratitude to the Nigerian government over the national award of Member of the order of the Federal Republic (MFR) conferred on him by ex-President Muhammadu Buhari.
Osimhen who was in scintillating form in Italy helping his club, Napoli to a first Serie A title in over a decade, also emerged as the Italian league’s top scorer and highest scoring African footballer in a season, thanked the Nigerian government and the Ministry of Sports for the for recognising him ‘at such a national level, adding: “I am so humbled and grateful. I am proud to be a Nigerian and represent Her.”
In a statement issued, Sunday,m via his Twitter handle, Sunday, Osimhen who is also the subject of a major transfer speculation in England and Germany, hailed his supporters who he described as ‘super amazing.’
Osimhen was among a host of other dignitaries across politics, business and sporting fields honoured with various national awards by the ex-president. The roll call of awardees is, however, dominated by ex-minister and state governors in the country.
“Today, I feel so blessed and grateful as I announce that I have been awarded the prestigious Member of the order of the Federal Republic (MFR) award by the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Today also marked my 100th game for Napoli and I was fortunate to score 2 goals for my club, it is an amazing moment and feeling for me to be able to achieve this feat for this great club.
“This MFR recognition also means a lot to me, as it symbolizes the appreciation and support of the great Nigerian people for the dedication and hard work they have always put into their individual career to make Nigeria Proud.
“My deepest gratitude goes to the Federal Republic of Nigeria for recognising me at such a national level, and I am so humbled and grateful. I am proud to be a Nigerian and represent Her.
“I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development for their continuous efforts in promoting and developing sports in our country. Their support has contributed to the growth of myself and every other athletes in the country.
“To my amazing family, who have been my rock and source of inspiration throughout my journey, I am forever indebted to your love and support. I love you all and this award is as much yours as it is mine.
“And to my fans and supporters, both in Nigeria and around the world, you all are super amazing and I am so grateful for all you do for me. Your constant support, well wishes and cheers have uplifted me in moments of triumph and provided solace during challenging times.
“I am immensely honored to achieve this feat for Napoli and I’m also honored to receive this MFR award, and I consider it a responsibility to continue striving for excellence, more records and making meaningful contributions to people’s live with the sport I love.
“Thank you everyone,” Osimhen wrote.
Osimhen was part of the title-winning 2015 Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets squad at the FIFA U17 World Cup in Chile.
