Canada-based Super Falcons star Esther Okoronkwo has melted hearts online after giving out cash gifts to residents of Abia State during a Christmas visit to her hometown.
The Nigerian international, who currently plays her club football in Canada, travelled to her village in Umuahia to celebrate the festive season with family and community members. While making her way through the area, Okoronkwo was captured on video generously handing out money to local residents.
Clips from the moment quickly made their way onto social media, showing excited villagers receiving the gifts with smiles, cheers, and words of gratitude. Many residents could be seen expressing appreciation for the footballer’s kindness, describing the gesture as timely and thoughtful during the Christmas period.
The act has since drawn widespread praise online, with fans commending Okoronkwo for remembering her roots and giving back to her community during the holidays.
