Stanley Nwabali, was on Sunday conferred with a chieftaincy title by the traditional ruler of Mgbede community in Egbema Kingdom, Rivers State, Nzeobi Amida.
Stanley Nwabali continues to be recognized for his heroics at the just concluded AFCON tournament in Cote d’Ivoire, where he helped the Super Eagles of Nigeria reach the Finals before losing out to the host nation Cote d’Ivoire.
As earlier reported by BSN, the title, Ugo Egbema “The Pride of Egbema Kingdom”, was conferred on the goalkeeper following his performance at the recently concluded 2023 African Cup of Nations in Cote D’Ivoire.
BSN reports that Amuda, who is also the chairman ONELGA Council of Chiefs, said the title conferred on Nwabali is in recognition of the honour the goalkeeper brought to Egbema Kingdom and ONELGA following his performance for the Super Eagles.
The Goalkeeper will be hoping to have a lasting legacy in the ranks as a Super Eagles player in years to come.