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Thursday, February 8, 2024

 Go for gold, sports minister tells Super Eagles

“This victory is a testament to the hard work, dedication and resilience of our sportsmen.’’

• February 8, 2024
Sports minister/ Super Eagles
Sports minister and Super Eagles

Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has lauded Super Eagles on their victory against Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the semi-finals of the ongoing African Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire.

In a statement by Diana-Mary Nsan, the Minister’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Enoh described the team as an unstoppable force and charged them to go for gold.

The Eagles at the Stade de Bouake on Wednesday defeated their counterparts 4-2 on penalties after 1-1 draw at regulation time, booking a place in the final against hosts Côte D’Ivoire.

“It is with immense pride that I extend my congratulations to our beloved Super Eagles for their remarkable victory against South Africa. Their performance has once again demonstrated the formidable talent and spirit that define Nigerian sports. They have proven themselves to be an unstoppable force, and I have no doubt that they will continue to make our nation proud in the final and beyond.

“This victory is a testament to the hard work, dedication and resilience of our sportsmen. It reflects the depth of talent present in Nigerian football and serves as a source of inspiration for aspiring young players across the country. The team has showcased the best of Nigerian football on the continental stage, and I commend them for their exemplary performance,” he said.

The Eagles will meet the Elephants of Côte d` Ivoire at the Olympique Alassane Ouattara Stadium on Sunday to determine the winner of the tournament.

(NAN)

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