Ikpeba Lauds NNL Boss Aluo Over Super 8 Promotion Players Invitation
Victor Ikpeba, a former Super Eagles forward has poured encomiums on the hierarchy of the Nigeria National League, NNL, Comrade George Aluo, following his invitation for the 2024/2025 Super 8 Promotion Playoffs in Asaba, Completesports.com reports.
‘The Prince of Monaco’ and Nwankwo ‘Papilo’ Kanu, are the two Special Guests and iconic Nigeria football legends invited for the playoffs and whose towering presence has been spicing up the tournament here at Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta State.
Ikpeba lavishly praised the NNL Chairman, George Aluo, for his magnanimous gesture to invite him and fellow Legend, Nwankwo Kanu to the NNL Super 8 tournament, describing the gesture as a morale booster for the players.
Ikpeba pointed out that their presence as ex-internationals serves as an ‘inspiration’ to the young talents vying for promotion to the top flight.
“I want to commend the Chairman of NNL for extending the invitation to myself and Nwankwo to be part of this tournament,” Ikpeba said.
“There’s no doubt that our presence will encourage the players to put in their best in the competition.”
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Ikpeba, in a nostalgia, recalled that both Nwankwo Kanu and himself, were products of the Nigerian local league system, and that their success stories can fuel the aspirations of the players on display.
“It’s equally important that I congratulate the NNL for doing a good job. In our own capacity as ex-internationals, we’ll continue to support them to move the country’s football forward,” he added.
Giving his assessment of the matches so far, Ikpeba applauded the quality of play and the performance of the match officials. According to him, all games have been fiercely contested, showcasing the competitiveness of the league.
“The games have been very interesting and the referees are doing a great job,” he noted.
“Although some decisions might not go down well with some coaches, I think it happens globally—even in Europe—where teams look for excuses when they are losing.”
Ikpeba also expressed delight at Warri Wolves’ dominant performance in their second group game and encouraged the team to maintain their momentum.
“I’m happy Warri Wolves won their second game by a wide margin. But I urge them to avoid complacency in their last group game on Thursday so they can secure promotion to the top flight,” he said.
By Sab Osuji in Asaba
