Football’s world governing body, FIFA, has congratulated former Nigeria captain, Joseph Yobo, for his service to the beautiful game, ahead of the retiring footballer’s testimonial game coming up on Friday in Port Harcourt.

Reacting to a letter from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) informing the world body about the coming event, FIFA, in a letter personally signed by President Gianni Infantino and addressed to NFF President, Amaju Pinnick, wrote: “Many thanks for your letter dated May 17, 2016 and informing us of the testimonial match in honour of former international player and Nigeria Captain, Joseph Yobo.

“On this occasion, allow me to congratulate and send my best wishes to Joseph Yobo for his future activities.”