The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ignited a social media frenzy with its declaration to clinch victory in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations as a tribute to President Bola Tinubu.
Speaking through its president, Ibrahim Gusau, the NFF credited the Super Eagles’ qualification for the semi-finals to Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda.”
Before the pivotal quarter-final match against Angola, it was noted that Tinubu engaged in a video conference call with the players, offering words of encouragement and assurance. Gusau reiterated Tinubu’s message, highlighting the players’ response and commitment to their task.
Gusau expressed confidence in Tinubu’s promise of substantial rewards for the team in the event of triumph, emphasizing its unprecedented nature in Nigerian sports history.
With just two matches remaining in the tournament, Gusau reiterated the NFF’s determination to pursue their objective, urging all Nigerians to support them through prayers. He stressed the pivotal role of prayer in their journey towards success.
The NFF’s commitment to secure victory not only reflects their ambition as a team but also underscores the significance of President Tinubu’s support. This declaration has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media platforms, with Nigerians expressing their sentiments and expectations regarding the team’s endeavor.
In a post via X, on Mallam Jabir, writing via @Mallam_jabeer, said: “For Tinibu???? As in how???? I don’t understand 🤔”
@Al_Must3rph3r said: “That’s why I stopped supporting them😂 I’m not with Super Eagle💯💯”
@ML_Dumbulwa: “Tinubu or all the Nigerias 🇳🇬 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔”
@Manuel99998215: “Point of correction- They will win for Nigeria (Nigerians).”
@GbolahanShoks: “Winning it first for Nigeria before Tinubu? Hypocrates in highest order, looking for cheap publicity. Indirectly, he is praying for the team to lose.”
@ikemchrismount: “Make dem no win again.. we re ok we the stage wey dem dey.”
@DonaldAkawor: “What is Tinubu winning for Nigerians/super eagles players? Nothing but hardship and frustration, we are winning for ourselves not for Tinubu. You can see we are all struggling in Nigeria to attain ends meet without Gov’t.”
@muhammadkolo_: “Eagles Will Win 2023 AFCON Trophy For Nigerians. Now fixed🤷🏾♂️”
@charlesPet7: “NFF should not tag Tinubu with Super eagles. Please don’t tag this Boys with Tinubu because it can even get them angry and play nonsense. The best headline should have been “Super Eagles will win the AFCON trophy for Nigerians who are angry because of Tinubu” NFF stay away abeg”
@okheime73: “Not for Nigetians but for Tinubu….hmmmm.”
@tonykosi2∅1∅53∅: “How? Not for Nigerian again? Is one man more Nigerian than others.”
@geulink: “If they winn, it’s for Nigerians and not only Tinubu. They will make the money and get better offer from clubs and Nigerians will celebrate.”
@UtagherM: “That’s how they do. Let the Eagles be. Until, they wi. The AFCON, this isn’t necessary. This is another form of sycophancy.”
@speello63∅81: “They will win for Nigerians.”
@MorahBless2459o: “Win for Tinubu abii Nigerians? What will I not hear.”
