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AWCON 2018: Gov. Ortom congratulates Nigeria’s super falcons, showers encomium on Ordega Francisca

Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue has congratulated the Super Falcons of Nigeria for winning their 9th Africa Women’s Cup of Nations title, after defeating their South African counterparts in yesterday’s final.

The governor in a congratulatory message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Terver Akase said the determination of the team gave them victory in what was a difficult encounter.

Ortom said that the state is proud of Miss Ordega who has brought honour to her people on many occasions.

He urged up and coming female footballers as well other athletes in the state to emulate Ordega.

Ben Idah

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