Jonathan, Saraki Hail Super Eagles After World Cup Qualification

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria afer qualifying for the Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Nigeria became the 1st African nation to book a spot at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia after a 1-0 win over Zambia in Uyo.

Arsenal forward Alex Iwobi scored the winner as Gernot Rohr’s side qualified for a record sixth World Cup appearance.

In a tweet via his official Twitter handle, Jonathan applauded the fighting spirit of the Eagles, saying the team exemplified the “can do Nigerian spirit”.

I am not surprised that you have qualified. Thank you @NGSuperEagles. You exemplify the can do Nigerian spirit.

— Goodluck E. Jonathan (@GEJonathan) October 7, 2017

Senate President Bukola Saraki, who was present at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium to cheer the Super Eagles, also applauded the team’s performance as they defeated the Chipolopolo.

It was great to be in Uyo to cheer on our @NGSuperEagles! You guys continue to make us all proud and demonstrate the greatness in our diversity.

Congratulations to all Nigerians. We can truly achieve great things when we come together!

On to #Russia2018! #SoarEagles #NGAZAM pic.twitter.com/rNzq0cEYC2

— Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) October 7, 2017