Peter Obi, Labour Party Presidential candidate at the 2023 Presidential Elections says former Green Eagles player, Sylvanus ‘Quicksilver’ Okpala is recovering well after undergoing surgery at the hospital for an undisclosed ailment….READ FULL ARTICLE...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE ▶▶
Obi made this known following his visit to the hospital where Okpala is currently receiving treatment.
“Also in Lagos yesterday (Friday, July 19, 2024), I visited Former Rangers FC and former Green Eagles player, Sylvanus Okpala, who underwent surgery at the hospital,” Obi posted on X.
“I was glad to see that he was recovering well. In his heydays, Quicksilver, as he was fondly called, at one time captained the Green Eagles. He also played international football in Portugal.
“He later joined our National Team as Assistant Coach during which Nigeria won the 2013 AFCON.
Again, I urge the government to begin to care more for our citizens who in one way or the other have used their talents and skills to serve the nation, especially in their moments of need.
“I pray God to grant Sylvanus ‘Quicksilver’ Okpala quick and full recovery, as he continues to contribute to the development of our sports sector. His ideas and experience remain invaluable to the game,” the former Governor of Anambra State wrote….READ FULL ARTICLE
