In a heartwarming act of community support, Stanley Nwabali, the first-choice goalkeeper for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, has donated 50 commercial tricycles, popularly known as Keke, to young people in his hometown.
The initiative is part of Nwabali’s ongoing commitment to empower youth and give back to the community that shaped him.
The project was funded through monetary donations received during the funeral of his late parents. Rather than keeping the funds for personal use, Nwabali chose to channel the goodwill toward creating lasting impact.
Speaking at the handover ceremony, Nwabali said the gesture was both a tribute to his parents and a step toward addressing unemployment among Nigerian youth.
“This is not just in memory of my parents, but also a way to plant seeds of progress among our youth,” he said. “Empowering even one young person to become self-reliant can ripple out into wider change.”
Each tricycle, distributed to carefully selected beneficiaries, represents a source of income and a pathway to self-sufficiency. Many of the recipients are young men who have struggled with joblessness and limited opportunities in the region.
Community leaders and residents praised Nwabali’s generosity, calling it a shining example of how public figures can use their platform and resources to foster development at the grassroots level.
“He could have used that money for anything, but he chose his people,” said a local youth leader. “That speaks volumes.”
Stanley Nwabali, known for his heroic performances at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and his calm demeanor on and off the pitch, continues to win admiration—not just for his goalkeeping skills, but for his sense of responsibility and compassion.
His act of generosity is a reminder that true greatness extends beyond the football field.
