South West Governor welcomes Elite One champions, Victoria United
The Limbe based elite one outfit, Victoria United arrived the premises of the governor’s office with a crowd of supporters.
The team which two 2 years ago were promoted into the elite one was described as the pride of the sea side city of Limbe and the rest of the South West by various speakers who took turns to speak.
The president of Victoria United, Nkwain Valentine who took over the club in 2019 had promised that the team will play the CAF championship.
With a dream come through, he lauded the support of the South West Governor and other stakeholders who believed and stood by the team.
The Victoria United president said it wasn’t an easy journey to the top. However, they are determined not only to win but to use football and disarm separatist fighters in the bushes.
“I’m very sure we are going to go far in the African Championship. I’m sure we can bring the cup to South West,” he affirmed.
Ndazeh Valerie Nchiakeh, president of the South West bearuea of the Federation of Cameroon Football (FECAFOOT) said a lot had changed for South West football in just few years. He explained that prior to the emergence of their leadership, the region was barely heard in football despite the infrastructure it boost off.
Mr. Ndazeh then informed the governor that the victory is clear indication that the sporting endowment in the region are being effectively used and the trophy is going to inspire most youths in the region.
With joy, the South West Governor received the trophy which stands as first of it’s kind in the administrative unit.
He noted that the win was a show that hardwork pays off and “the South West region is standing tall. The South West region is doing well.”
Highlighting the significance of the win, the senior administrator said it was testament of the living together in the South West. “We are the South West region, the historical laboratory of living together,” he remarked.
Through the elected representatives present, the South West boss called on the population of the region to mobilize and provide the necessary support to the team.
He concluded by calling on the team to remian vigilant and ensure healthy collaboration at all levels. Upgrade their performances and remain discipline to attain more victories.
The South West Governor handed a cash envelope to the team. Senator Mbella Moki, in same manner gifted the team 1 million francs. Victoria United will be competing in the CAF championship.
