Nse Essien
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Nse Essien (born March 23, 1970) is a Nigerian politician and sports administrator. Essian is a member of the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly and is currently serving as the Deputy Chief Whip. Essian graduated from the University of Calabar in 1984, obtaining a degree in Geology, and later joined the University of Uyo.[citation needed]
Nse Essien | |
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| Born | March 23, 1970 Akwa Ibom, Nigeria |
| Education | University of Uyo, Army School, Calabar |
| Alma mater | University of Uyo |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Known for | Politics |
| Spouse | Ndifreke Nse Essien |
Essien also owns FC One Rocket[1] and Carabana Football Academy.[2]
Career
[edit]Essien was re-elected to the Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly in the 2019 general elections to represent the Onna State Constituency. [3] Essien also served as the deputy chief whip, [3] and a House Committee Chairman on Security, Youth and Sports.[4][5]
In 2022, Essien was appointed a Patron of the Nigeria Football Academies Championship.[5]
Philanthropy
[edit]Essian established the Carabana Football Academy, which aims to nurture young football players.[6] He has also paid the bails of over 189 inmates incarcerated in the Nigerian Correctional Service. [7] [8][9] In 2023, Essian fulfilled a $3,000 pledge to the Flying Eagles following their win over Argentina.[1]
Recognition
[edit]In 2023, the Russian football club FDC Vista recognized him for his contributions to sports and youth development in Nigeria.[10] He was awarded Sports Icon of the Year alongside Kunle Soname.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Ibrahim Gusau, Essien Nse to lead delegation to CAF playoff - Nigeria Sports News". 2022-11-02. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ Akinbo, Peter (2022-09-06). "Essien picks form, to run for NFF seat". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ a b "Akwa Ibom Assembly elects new speaker". premiumtimesng.com. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ "Akwa Ibom Police Arrest 171 Criminals in Three Months". thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ a b Busari, Niyi. "NFF Board Member Hon. Nse Essein appointed as Patron of Nigeria Football Academies Championship". NFF Board Member Hon. Nse Essein appointed as Patron of Nigeria Football Academies Championship. Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ "Carabana Football Academy: An 'Indomitable' achievement". Facebook. Retrieved 2025-05-06.
- ^ Nigeria, News Agency of (2023-01-01). "Akwa Ibom lawmaker pays to free 12 prisoners in Uyo". Peoples Gazette Nigeria. Retrieved 2025-07-05.
- ^ Ekponta, Iniobong (2023-01-02). "Akwa Ibom Lawmaker Secures Freedom For 12 Prison Inmates". Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ "A'Ibom lawmaker secures freedom for 67 inmates". The Nation (Nigeria).
- ^ Nwosu, Chigozie (2023-02-09). "Russian Outfit FDC Vista Honours FC One Rocket President - Nigeria Sports News". Retrieved 2023-05-29.
- ^ Nwosu, Chigozie (2023-02-02). "Sports Icon Of The Year: FDC Vista Russia Decorates Hon. Kunle Soname, Rev. Mbaka, Dosu Joseph, Hon. Nse Essien and Other Nigerian Football Stakeholders - Nigeria Sports News". Retrieved 2023-05-29.