President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday has enjoined the Super Eagles to rise up to the occasion as they play against the Burundi national team, as they begin their campaign in the tournament. In a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, President Buhari charged the players to play every match for the honour of motherland.
Buhari urged them to lift the flag of Nigeria high, and reinforce the reputation of the country as football powerhouse on the continent. He noted that “I will be watching, just as millions of Nigerians would also do. You have our solid support, and we will cheer you to victory,” the President was quoted as saying.
The president opined that football is a strong unifying force for Nigerians, and urged the Super Eagles to provide a soothing balm to the many challenges facing the country. He enjoins the super eagles' team to show their unconquerable spirit at every group stages, and even beyond.
President Buhari admonishes the team to be mindful of fair play, and sportsmanlike conduct, as they strive to return home with the AFCON trophy.
