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Osimhen Is A Trojan Horse, Lookman Didn’t Look At Anybody – President Tinubu As He Honors Super Eagles

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday host the Super Eagles as they arrived the country from prosecuting the just concluded AFCON.

Speaking at a reception in honour of the players at the State House in Abuja where he honored them with national honors, Member Of the Order of the Niger(MON).

The President commended the team for their exemplary display of unity, determination and resilience on the field. Also, in addition to the honors was a plot of land each in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

“It is a great honour for me to receive you, our Super Eagles. As a team, you taught us lessons on resilience, togetherness, diversity, and excitement in competitive games.

President Tinubu honoring Super Eagles Coach, Jose Peseiro

‘’You started the tournament as if Nigeria would not assert itself, but you progressed to the finals. Through all the challenges and dealing with great humidity in the host country, you left your clubs and honoured your country. You gave us great excitement.

‘’You were determined. We salute your resilience. You lifted our spirits, and you made us proud. You made us smile as Nigerians.

President Tinubu and VP Kashim Shettima in a group picture with Super Eagles

‘’It is not easy to absorb a loss, particularly when the expectations are high. But you have demonstrated sportsmanship, resilience, and team-ship throughout the entire tournament. That is what AFCON stands for, the unity and resilience of the continent. You have done a great job, and I am very proud of you,’’

President Tinubu who was full of praises for team urge them to keep focus and be consistent.

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