Lookman described the award as “a symbol of Africa’s story and the hard work behind every performance.”
Nigeria previously won the title in 1980, 1994 and 2013, and are seeking a fourth crown in Morocco.
He, however, admitted that the team must continue to improve.
Super Eagles beat Tunisia in their second Group C match of the 35th African Cup of Nations at the Complexe Sportif de Fes, Morocco.
In a statement, the Ivorian Football Federation described Mr Gasset’s death as “a significant loss to Ivorian and international football.”
Mohamed Salah scored the only goal of the match in the 45th minute.
Chelle admitted that the clash would be difficult for Nigeria but said his team would conduct its analysis after the final training session later in the evening.
Ndidi, however, admitted the current squad is still new and that the team must focus on development.
The former Rubin Kazan player tagged the game against Nigeria a “final of the group stage.”
In Fes, Afrobeats star Joseph ‘Joeboy’ Akinfenwa-Donus and Tunisia singer Jenjoon will take over the stage at the Jardin Botanique Fan Park.
