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(PHOTOS) AFCON 2023: ‘Make Nigeria proud, bring the cup home’, Sanwo-Olu charges Super Eagles

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday, urged the men’s football team, Super Eagles, to win the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF African Cup of Nations tournament, stating that the triumph of the Eagles would bring succour to the citizens.

The governor noted that the victory would help reinvigorate the people who have had to face economic crises, particularly the effects of the fuel subsidy removal.

Sanwo-Olu also encouraged the players not to rest on their oars as it takes determination and team spirit to win competitions.

He gave the charge when he hosted the team to a special dinner at the Lagos House, Marina, before the team’s departure to Cote d’Ivoire for the AFCON tournament, which is slated to commence on Saturday, January 13.

He also took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to post pictures from the dinner, he captioned, “It was an honour to host the Super Eagles this evening at the Lagos State/NFF Send Forth event as they gear up for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

“My prayers are with our team for strength, resilience and unity on this journey.

“To the Super Eagles: You carry the hopes of a nation on your shoulders. As you represent us at the #AFCON2023, may you play with passion, unity, and determination. Make Nigeria proud and bring the cup home.

“Let’s soar, Super Eagles!”.

Aliyu Abdulkareem

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