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Plateau Governor appoints Mikel honorary adviser on sports
Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has approved the appointment of former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi as his Honorary Adviser on Sports.
Mikel’s appointment was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere.
The 36-year-old was born in Jos, the capital of Plateau State.
The former Chelsea star started his career at local club, Plateau United, before moving to Norwegian outfit, Lyn Oslo at the age of 17 in 2004.
Mikel had an illustrious career winning multiple titles with Chelsea, including the UEFA Champions League and Europa League.
The former midfielder represented Nigeria for 14 years, winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations.
Mikel represented Nigeria 91 times and scored six goals.
He quit the round leather game in 2022.
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