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Kate Adeniyi | Abuja
President Muhammadu Buhari has lauded the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their performance at the on-going 33rd Africa Cup of
Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon.
Nigeria defeated Egypt 1-0 in their group stage encounter.
In a release by the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, Femi Adesina on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, Buhari stated that the performance is an impressive start as the 2022 AFCON commence.
The statement reads, “President Muhammadu Buhari commends the Super Eagles of Nigeria for an impressive start at the ongoing 33rd Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon, defeating a formidable opponent, Egypt 1-0, in their group stage encounter.
“The President strongly believes, like millions of football-loving Nigerians, that the spectacular outing in Garoua, Cameroon is a
foretaste of what to expect from the dedicated team as they square up against other opponents in the tournament.
“The President urges the Augustine Eguavoen-led team and the coaching staff to keep their eyes on the ball, remain good ambassadors on and off the field, and give loyal fans and all Nigerians more exciting moments to celebrate
“President Buhari assures the team of his unflinching support as they soar like an eagle to write another chapter in the annals of Nigeria’s rich football history.”
