Sports Minister charges Super Eagles to aim for gold as Nigeria faces hosts Côte d’Ivoire
Nigerian 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 refered the team as an unstoppable force and urged them to deliver the trophy for the country.
The Super 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 play against the Elephants of Côte d` Ivoire at the Olympique Alassane Ouattara Stadium on Sunday to determine the winner of the tournament.
