Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Ilechukwu hails Gov. Ihedioha as Heartland takes delivery of new coaster bus


Heartland FC of Owerri Head Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has assured the Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha
that the team can win a silverware or a continental ticket.

Camara gave the assurance as he poured encomiums on HIS Excellency after the Naze Millionaires took delivery of a brand new Totota Coaster bus from the state government.


 "Am delighted as this gesture is a massive boost for the team as Governor Ihedioha has kept to his promise, that welfare of the players, coaches and other staffers is top priority.

"The man hours lost on long trips, risk and fatigue as experienced by players owing to the bad road network in the country is one reason why  teams can't pick points on the road.


"As the Head Coach what more can I ask for than a better welfare for my players as they are the key actors.

"With this gesture, its now a huge task on the team to reciprocate by winning games and cap the season with a continental ticket.


"It is possible with the right ingredients, players commitment on and off the pitch as they must be proffessional, above all our fans supports as they are the 12th man."

Speaking further, 'I want to also use this medium to thank the General Manager,  Chief Chukwudi Ifeanyi, Chairman of Heartland Board, Barrister Charles  Ezekwem JP and his members,  my assistants and players for been professional since I arrived the club.

"They have been co-operative, gave me free hand to work and chip in advice where necessary with the ultimate goal to achieve the best for the club.

"My assistants and players have been wonderful as we all work together as a unit as we want to meet up with the target set by the management, which is winning silverware or continental ticket.

Recall at the weekend, NaijaMade a sports programme on SuperSports informed that the 2019/20 Nigeria Professional Football League season is expected to kick off on 20th October and end May 31st 2020.