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The federal government of Nigeria has promised to reward the Super Eagles for their commitment and dedication in reaching the final of the ongoing 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire.
TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) reports Vice President Kashim Shettima made the pledge on Wednesday on behalf the FG in Bouake, where the Super Eagles thrashed the Bafana Bafana of South Africa 4:2 on penalties to reach the final of the 2023 AFCON.
While Shettima did not disclose the nature of the reward, the VP told the Super Eagles and officials in the dressing room, following their hard-fought victory over South Africa in the semi finals, that the government and people of Nigeria are proud of their accomplishment.
AFCON 2023: Lift trophy for Nigeria – VP Shettima urges Super Eagles
Meanwhile, Shettima has urged the Super Eagles to sustain the momentum to lift the coveted AFCON trophy for the country.
Shettima, who made the call in his verified Facebook account, said millions of Nigerians are indeed behind the team.
”I congratulate and salute the heroics of our men’s senior football team – the Super Eagles for a well deserved victory against South Africa in this evening’s semi final match at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.
”I was accompanied by Governors Dapo Abiodun of Ogun, Douye Diri of Bayelsa, Minister of Youth, Jamila Bio Ibrahim, and other senior officials of Government to meet with the players, and their coaches in the dressing room after the encounter.
”I urge the team to sustain the momentum to lift the coveted trophy. Millions of Nigerians are indeed behind this team,” he said.
Nigeria vs South Africa: Shettima’s presence, significant source of inspiration – Aide
The presence of Vice-President Kashim Shettima at the semi-final match between Super Eagles and South Africa, served as a significant source of inspiration.
The Spokesperson of the vice-president, Stanley Nkwocha, stated this in a statement on Wednesday while reacting to the Super Eagles’ 4-2 victory of the over Bafana Bafana.
The match which held at the Stade de la Paix in Bouaké, Côte d’Ivoire, saw Nigeria overcome its opponents on penalties after extra time.
Nkwocha also said that Shettima’s unwavering support and belief in the team’s capabilities resonated deeply with the players and fans alike.
“While the precise factors behind the team’s success remain multifaceted, the presence of Shettima, undoubtedly served as a significant source of inspiration.
“As the Super Eagles prepare for the final, the nation stands united in support, eager to witness them etch their names in footballing history.
“The entire country awaits their return with bated breath, confident that they will deliver their best performance yet and bring the AFCON trophy home.
“Their performance throughout the tournament has been marked by exceptional talent, determination, and resilience, captivating the hearts of fans nationwide,”he said.
Eagles qualified for the final after beating South Africa’s Bafana Bafana 4-2 on penalty kicks, after a 1-1 draw over 120 minutes of play in the 2023 AFCON semi-finals in Bouake, Côte d’Ivoire.
The VP was in company of Governors Dapo Abiodun (Ogun) and Duoye Diri (Bayelsa), Minister for Youth, Dr. Jamila Ibrahim as well as Oil mogul Wale Tinubu, FIFA Council Member Amaju Pinnick and NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau.