The National Sports Commission (NSC) has rolled out mobilisation of Nigerian supporters both home and abroad for the Super Eagles ahead of Thursday’s all-important World Cup playoffs tie against Gabon in Rabat, Morocco.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by Kola Daniel, S.A Media, Office of the Director General of NSC on Thursday.
The leadership of the NSC, led by Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, left no stone unturned to ensure that members of the various Nigerian supporters clubs were logistically supported to Morocco, while also ensuring that the Nigerian community across the North African country was adequately mobilised for the game.
Olopade said this was imperative to give the Super Eagles adequate support at the stadium throughout ninety minutes.
“We have one of the best supporters clubs in the World and throughout the success story of the Super Eagles over the years, the Supporters club have always been the 12th player of the team, from the days of the Green Eagles to the Super Eagles. Therefore, their presence at the stadium cannot be overemphasised for the success of the team during these crucial playoff games.
“We have also ensured that enough logistical support was given to the Nigerian community in Morocco to come out in their number to the stadium on Thursday. That way, we will make the stadium very intimidating for the Gabonese because we have the population strength,” the DG said.
Meanwhile Interim Chairman of the Unified Nigeria supporters club, Prince Vincent Okumagba, has praised the National Sports Commission for what he describes as their show of support, concern and collaboration with the supporters club.
Okumagba said, “We must commend Mallam Shehu Dikko and Hon. Bukola Olopade because they truly understand the language of Sports in and out, which is why it is very easy for them to understand us and come to our aid.
“They have shown that they understand the importance of a game of this magnitude and with the support of all Nigerians, the Super Eagles will book that World Cup ticket.”
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