Nigs Are Proud Of You – Speaker Hails Super Eagles

The Speaker, House of Representatives has commended the Super Eagles despite their loss to Cote d’Ivoire in the finals of the African Cup of Nations AFCON.

Nigeria lost to the host nation, Cote d’Ivoire, by two goals to one in the finals of the football competition on Sunday night.

In a statement in Abuja, Dr. Abbas hails the Nigerian national team for uniting Nigerians across religious, ethnic, and political lines noting that the country has been more united by their sterling performance at the tournament.

He notes that the Super Eagles give a good account of themselves during the tournament.

“The Super Eagles, based on their performance at the tournament, deserve victory but narrowly lost the AFCON trophy.

“Nevertheless, they prove that Nigeria remains the giant of Africa in sports and other endeavors.

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“During the tournament, Nigerians show that we are one great nation. Nigerians are proud of you,” the Speaker tells the Super Eagles.

Dr. Abbas adds that the Super Eagles should expect a rousing welcome to the country after the game.

The Speaker stresses that the House under his leadership will continue to support programs and policies that promotes sports and youth development.

Oduyemi Odumade, Edited By Grace Namiji