President Muhammadu Buhari has joined millions of football-loving Nigerians to congratulate the Super Eagles for their impressive performance against the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon on Friday.
The Eagles were in scintillating form as they thrashed their West African rivals 4-0 in a crucial World Cup Qualifier clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The victory took Nigeria to the verge of qualification for the World Cup in Russia 2018.
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Mr Buhari in a statement urged the players to sustain the momentum as they approach the crucial second leg of the tie in Yaounde, on Monday.
The President enjoined Nigerians to continue to pray and support the team as they seek to make it to a sixth World Cup appearance..
He also commended the Akwa Ibom State Government for its continued support and provision of excellent hosting facilities.
I join millions of football-loving Nigerians in applauding our Super Eagles for their skilful and entertaining display against Cameroon.
— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) September 1, 2017
Congratulations, Super Eagles, on the impressive win. We are looking forward to you sustaining the momentum in the return leg.
— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) September 1, 2017
Football, like the NYSC, is a powerful unifying platform for us as a nation. Today’s victory is for all Nigerians, at home & in the Diaspora
— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) September 1, 2017
Let me also commend the Akwa Ibom State Government for its continued support, and for the provision of excellent hosting facilities.
— Muhammadu Buhari (@MBuhari) September 1, 2017