Enyimba FC Chairman, Kanu 'Papilo' Nwankwo, once again showed why he remains a powerful force in youth football development, as his inspiring presence at the Okpala center on Thursday lifted Enyimba Feeders to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Supreme Kings in their ongoing Nationwide League One campaign.
Fresh off a flight into Owerri’s Sam Mbakwe Airport, the 1993 FIFA U-17 World Cup winner made a beeline to the match venue, arriving in time to lend his signature encouragement to the young “Junior Elephants.” The result? A crucial win that halted a wobble in form and reignited their push in the competitive NLO One League.
The decisive moment came in the 41st minute, when Nelson Sule broke the deadlock with a composed finish, sending the crowd into raptures and reaffirming the potential within Enyimba’s next generation. But beyond the goal, it was the symbolic presence of “King Kanu” that truly galvanized the side.
After the final whistle, Kanu addressed the team with his trademark calmness and authority, emphasizing the unyielding spirit required to succeed at every level.
“Winning must be a habit, not an accident,” he told the wide-eyed youngsters. “Every game is an opportunity to show the world who you are. Keep pushing, keep believing.”
He didn’t stop there. Kanu also took a moment to commend the club’s U-19 side for topping the log table of the Southern Conference of N-Youth League. With the Super 8 showdown on the horizon, he urged the team to remain focused and hungry.
“This is just the beginning,” he said. “Your success shows the power of dedication. You’ve made the club proud, and I expect even more when the Super 8 kicks off.”
With 6 games played, 4 wins and 2 losses, the Enyimba Feeders are finding their rhythm again—thanks in no small part to the strategic investment and emotional leadership of their chairman. Under Kanu’s vision, Enyimba isn’t just building teams—they're building a legacy of youth empowerment through football.
Their next test comes on Saturday against Inter FC of Aba, a match now buzzing with renewed belief and the Papilo effect echoing through their camp.
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