Murphy Ndukwu Scoops IMO SWAN Heartland Player of the Month For November
Murphy Ndukwu Emerges IMO SWAN Heartland Player of the Month For NovemberThe Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter, is delighted to announce Murphy Ndukwu as the Imo SWAN Heartland Player of the Month for November, following his outstanding performances for the club in the ongoing Nigeria National League (NNL) campaign.
In a historic moment for both the club and the association, Ndukwu becomes the first Heartland FC player to win the monthly award this season, continuing the positive momentum in the second season of the partnership between Imo SWAN and the Owerri side.
In a press statement written by the scribe of Imo SWAN, Tunde Liadi, Ndukwu secured the award through a transparent voting process by Imo SWAN members, earning the highest number of votes for the month ahead of equally impressive Uchenna Odeh and Melody Idase.
The Naze Millionaires winger delivered a standout performance in Heartland’s season-opening home win against Edel FC, scoring the club’s first goal of the campaign after just 45 seconds—a moment that set the tone for the Owerri side.
He later provided the assist for the second goal, further underlining his value and influence in the attacking department. Ndukwu also posted commendable performances against Crown FC and Gateway FC.
Despite the Owerri side’s frontline showing signs of underperformance in their first three games, Ndukwu has remained the most positive spark, demonstrating quality, consistency, and hunger that gives confidence for improvement as the season progresses.
Reacting to Ndukwu’s emergence as the winner, the Chairman of Imo SWAN, Cosmos Chukwuemeka, praised the player’s brilliance and commitment:
“Murphy has been a bright light for the Naze Millionaires so far. His early goal and assist in the opening game lifted the team and gave fans something to cheer about. This award is well-deserved, and we hope it motivates not just him but the entire squad to push harder in the coming fixtures. Our partnership with Heartland FC continues to grow stronger, and recognitions like this are part of our commitment to encouraging excellence.”
The Imo State Chapter of SWAN congratulates Ndukwu, our Heartland Player of the Month for November, and encourages him to continue leading by example as the Scientific Boys pursues a successful NNL campaign.
The former Enyimba winger will receive the recognition on Saturday during the club’s home game against Inter Lagos in a Matchday 4 tie.
