Minister of Sports, John Owan Enoh has told the Super Eagles of Nigeria that President Bola Tinubu is proud of them amid the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Enoh said this after Jose Peseiro’s men defeated Angola 1-0 in the AFCON quarter-final clash on Friday.
“My dear Nigeria Super Eagles, today I watched you soar. I saw in your game the determination and zest to conquer the continent again,” Enoh wrote on his X account.
“There is indeed great jubilation back home, we jubilate as compatriots who believe absolutely in the ‘can do’ Nigerian spirit.
“As our President, H.E Bola Tinubu GCFR said to you this morning via our zoom call, he is immensely proud of you, and so are the rest of us. You have given us cause to rejoice and have very proud Nigerian moments. Keep conquering your opponents. Your due is covered.
“You can win this cup, you are a galaxy of stars who embody the hopes and aspirations of millions of Nigerians back home.
“Thank you for making us proud tonight by defeating Angola 1-0. Remember, it is not yet over, bring home the coveted AFCON Cup. You can do it.”
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