Nigerians have reacted after the federal government appointed former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, as Youth Ambassador.

Special Adviser to the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare made the disclosure at an event held at the National Stadium Iin Lagos.

Dare described Mikel Obi as a role model whose lasting legacies in football development has continued to have a positive impact on youths in the country. He was made aware that he was chosen because of his excellent work ethic and sterling quality as a mentor to the youths who look up to him.

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In his words: “Time will not permit me to say much about Mikel’s success as a footballer. He is our legend and a role model who has continued to impact the lives of youth positively.

“It is it my pleasure to appoint you as Nigeria Youth Ambassador. It’s a new portfolio and your role as youth ambassador will be made known to Nigerians,”

Following the announcement, Nigerians have flooded social media to express their delight in seeing their legend bag the appointment.

@chazzylee_gram, “We are proud of you.”

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@iam_iko1, “Pls Mikel stay away from Naija politics.”

@inyakajulius7, “Congratulations boss, God will give you the grace and the strength to take us to where we belong.”

@ekenechrist, “Go and help your community.”

@Cruisekingmarly, “This is the kind of stuff we want from you skippo, not that Kogi trip…….this one is still better.”

@ifeanyikenneth63, “Mikel you have to go and borrow sense.”

Goldensonofsport, “Congratulations Senior Man.”

Ethelbertuchee, “What a great mistake by appointing this guy as a Youth Ambassador.”

@Servethecity_ngo, “He who the cap fit, lets him wear it.”

@iam_king09, “Proud of you legend.”

Source: www.NaijaOnPoint.com

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