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President Bola Tinubu Saturday night congratulated the Super Eagles for winning the bronze medal at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco.
The three-time African champion defeated the Egyptian national team 4-2 on penalties to take home the bronze medal for a record extending ninth time earlier on Saturday in Casablanca, Morocco.
Tinubu, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the bronze medal won by Super Eagles “feels like gold” and praised the team’s resilience and fighting spirit.
“This bronze medal surely feels good like gold. Thank you, our gallant Super Eagles and our national team players,” the President stated.
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Tinubu commended the team for overcoming the disappointment of their semi-final loss to host nation, Morocco, on Wednesday.
He said the players demonstrated determination, persistence and the can-do spirit for which Nigeria is known.
“Despite their good run during the tournament, the Eagles lost the semi-final match to Morocco during the penalty shootout last Wednesday, and our people’s hopes of winning the championship were dashed.
“However, our players remained undaunted, and exhibiting the resilience of the Nigerian spirit, their efforts have now paid off,” Tinubu added.
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