Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-02-12 07:38:14
The House of Representatives has extended its congratulations to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for securing the silver prize at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) for the fifth time. In a statement on Monday, Rep. Akin Rotimi (APC-Ekiti state), the spokesman for the house, expressed the green chambers’ celebration of the entire players and coaching crew for their spirited performance in Cote’d Ivoire. Rotimi highlighted the achievement of team captain William Ekong for being named ‘Man of the Competition’.
Despite narrowly missing out on the AFCON trophy, the Super Eagles gained recognition for their outstanding performance during the tournament. Rotimi emphasized that Nigeria has showcased its status as a powerhouse in African sports and other endeavors through the team’s display. He emphasized that the unity and pride of Nigerians were on full display throughout the tournament and commended the Super Eagles for their efforts.
Rotimi acknowledged the potential of the Super Eagles’ achievement to inspire not only sports talents across the country but also individuals in other fields to strive for excellence in service to their nation. He noted that the Super Eagles’ sterling performance has brought further unity to the country and commended them for representing Nigeria with pride. Speaker Abbas, corroborating Rotimi’s sentiments, pledged the continued support of the house, under his leadership, for programs and policies aimed at promoting sports and youth development.
The Eagles faced a 2-1 defeat to the Elephants of Ivory Coast, the host nation, in a highly anticipated final match. Despite the loss, the house’s commendation and recognition of their performance at the tournament reinforced the significance of their achievement.
The recognition by the House of Representatives serves as a source of inspiration and encouragement to the Super Eagles’ continued pursuit of excellence. Their performance has bolstered national pride and unity, demonstrating Nigeria’s sporting prowess to the rest of Africa and the world. As the Super Eagles continue to make their mark on the African sports landscape, the support and recognition from the house will undoubtedly motivate them to strive for even greater feats in the future.
The Super Eagles’ success at the AFCON has not only served to unite the country but also reaffirms Nigeria’s status as a leading force in the world of sports. The recognition and support from the House of Representatives will propel the Super Eagles to continue making strides in the international sporting arena, representing the country with honor and distinction. Their achievements on the field serve as an inspiration to the youth of the nation and reaffirm the importance of sports as a platform for promoting unity and national pride.
The Super Eagles’ performance has underscored the significance of sports as a unifying force and a source of national pride. The recognition and support extended to them by the House of Representatives will undoubtedly serve to inspire and motivate them to achieve even greater success in the future. As they continue their journey on the international stage, they will carry with them the support and encouragement of the nation, representing Nigeria with distinction and pride.
