Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has come to the rescue of world boxing champion Conjestina Achieng’.
The governor on Friday morning airlifted Conjestina from her rural home to Nairobi for treatment.
Further, Sonko promised the female boxer a job once she fully recovers.
"This morning my team is airlifting ailing veteran female boxer Congestina Achieng from her rural home in Siaya for treatment in Nairobi.
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"I was touched by Congestina’s plight after a video of her current state went viral on the social media," wrote the governor.
Sonko further added: "My team led by the Nairobi City County Government sports board is leading the mission to airlift the veteran boxer who brought pride to the nation by winning several international boxing titles.
"I’ll personally ensure Congestina is fully treated and rehabilitated, before she’s assisted to get a stable job to enable her become financially independent."
I wish her a quick recovery.
