President Bola Tinubu has directed the Vice-President, Kashim Shettima to lead a presidential delegation to the finals of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire.
Super Eagles will take on hosts Côte d’Ivoire, in a rematch at the Alassane Ouattara Stadium in Abidjan on Sunday, Feb. 11.
Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications, Office of the Vice-President, Mr Stanley Nkwocha, in a statement on Saturday in Abuja, said the match will rekindle the memories of Nigeria’s 1-0 victory against the hosts in the group stage secured through Captain William Troost-Ekong’s penalty.
He said that Tinubu believes that Shettima’s presence at the finals alongside the delegation, is a testament to the government’s unwavering support for the team and its dedication to their success.
” The Federal Government calls on all Nigerians, both at home and abroad, to unite in support of the Super Eagles.
” The government also enjoin all Nigerians to raise their voices in encouragement, and create a wave of national pride that will propel the team to glory,”he said.