Alex Iwobi receives immense boost from the state following cyber bullying after Afcon loss
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh recently had a discussion with Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi following cyber bullies against the Fulham star
This was disclosed in a statement signed by Enoh’s media aide, Diana-Mary Tiku Nsan on Monday.
Enoh, who led the Super Eagles of Nigeria back home after the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final against Ivory Coast, told Iwobi: “I am aware of what is happening on social media and as a ministry, this is not the first time we are going to make a statement against bullying, not just you but our sportsmen and women in general who are exposed to bullying due to the outcome of competitions.
We are concerned about how our sportsmen and women are treated.”
The final AFCON 2023 has seen Iwobi experience a routine of unpleasant remarks hurled at him.
Iwobi confirmed leaving social media after the final game.
For me, I have taken myself out of social media after yesterday’s game,” he said.
Enoh, however, encouraged the former Arsenal star saying:
“You did your best for your country and I am proud of you. The leadership and the rest of the country is proud of you.
