President Muhammadu Buhari has applauded the Super Eagles of Nigeria for keeping hope alive in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Cameroon by winning all their group matches and advancing to the second round of the tournament in grand style.
In a statement made available by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, President Buhari expressed hope that the positive reputation of good sportsmanship the traveling fans, sportswriters and the football team have demonstrated in Cameroon will continue to enliven the importance of sports, particularly football, as an enabler of development, peace, tolerance, friendship and cooperation in the country.
Buhari also admonished the team to maintain and surpass the awesome form that made them leaders in the group stage.
The President wished the Super Eagles the very best, pledging that his administration would continue to support the efforts of international, regional and national football organizations to build a better and peaceful world.
