Wednesday, 15 August 2012

John Mikel Obi to host party for Nigerian Chelsea fans

John Mikel Obi is to host a giant party to thank Nigerian Chelsea fans for their support.
The Blues midfielder, one of the highest profile Nigerians playing in Europe, told The Nation (Lagos) newspaper that he wanted to throw the party to recognise the support of 3.5m people in the west African state.
“I want to use the opportunity to tell my esteemed fans that I won’t let them down as their dear team gets set for the new football season,” he is reported as saying.
“The Chelsea fans database reveals Nigerians command a great army of eager supporters for the club and I know that much reason for that is because of my presence in the club.
“I can’t afford not to acknowledge their overwhelming support especially when the going was tough last season.”
Reports say the party will be held at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos on Sunday 2nd September, under the banner 'A Night With Mikel'.
Paul Sambo of organisers Pelican Breed, said there were 2m Chelsea fans in Lagos alone, and that he hoped 60,000 would attend the party.

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