UPDATED: 11 years and counting: Nigeria’s U-17 World Cup heroes still await promised reward

Friday, November 8, 2024, marks the 11th anniversary of Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets’ triumph in the 2013 FIFA U-17 World Cup.

Coached by Manu Garba, the team triumphed over Mexico with a 3-0 win in the final, claiming Nigeria’s fourth title in the cadet category.

Despite this remarkable accomplishment, a promise made to the team by former Cross River State Governor Liyel Imoke remains unfulfilled.