Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wedensday night of February 7, was with the Super Eagles of Nigeria after their hard earned win over the Bafana Bafana of South Africa at the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, 2023 in Cote d’voire.
He promised that the Federal Government will reward them for their commitment and dedication.
The Nigeria national team disclosed this in a statement and photos shared on their official X handle on Thursday morning of February 8.
The statement read, “The Federal Government has promised to reward the Super Eagles for their commitment and dedication in reaching the final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivore.
“Vice President Kashim Shettima told the players and their officials in the dressing room, following their hard-fought victory over South Africa in the semi finals on Wednesday, that the government and people of Nigeria are proud of their accomplishment.
“The VP was in company with Governors Dapo Abiodun (Ogun) and Duoye Diri (Bayelsa), Minister for Youths, Dr. Jamila Ibrahim as well as oil mogul, Wale Tinubu, FIFA Council member, Amaju Pinnick, and NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau.”
Recall that the Super Eagles of Nigeria advanced to the final of the AFCON 2023 after beating Bafana Bafana of South Africa 4-2 on penalties.
Nigeria holds the record for the highest number of appearances at the AFCON semi-finals, having played 15 times.
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