Delta gov’t pledges support for ailing Henry Nwosu

The Delta State government has pledged financial and moral support for ailing former Green Eagles captain, Henry Nwosu. 

A delegation from the Delta state government visited Nwosu yesterday at the Asaba Specialist Hospital in Asaba where he has been on admission for a heart-related illness.

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The youngest member of the victorious 1980 African Nations Cup squad and scorer of Nigeria’s only goal at the 1980 Olympics was said to be in high spirit.

Speaking during the visit, the Delta State Commissioner for Health, Dr Mordi Ononye said “The state government will do everything humanly possible to assist you.

“The governor would have loved to be here personally but he is seriously involved in some national issues, especially the Peoples Democratic Party presidential campaigns, of which he is the vice-presidential candidate. 

“We want to assure you that we will continue to pray for you and also stand with you at this trying time. And I believe that by the grace of God, you will come out of this successfully. 

Responding on his behalf, younger sister to the legendary footballer, Mrs Kate Kogolo, said the former international was receiving adequate treatment and care and thanked the state government and other well-meaning Nigerians for their care and support.

From Meluwa Kelvin, Asaba