President Muhammadu Buhari has urged the Super Eagles of Nigeria to remain focused and determined to win the African Cup of Nations going on in Egypt.
In the same vein, Senate President, Ahmed Lawan, said the Nigerian football team should not relent until they won the tournament.
President Buhari who made his call while congratulating the Super Eagles said their victory over Cameroon to qualify for the quarter finals was a delight.
He said he recognised the hardwork, team spirit and sportsmanship the players exhibited in the tournament, “which are good signs for a team destined to excel.”
He said with yet more hurdles to scale before lifting the diadem, they should remain focused.
He assured them of the fervent prayers and support of all Nigerians.
Speaking in a similar vein, Lawan said the victory which advanced Nigeria to quarter-finals of the tournament was well-deserved considering the high skills and dexterity exhibited by Super Eagles.
In a statement he issued, he said, “Coming behind, after taking the lead, to beat Cameroon reinforced what our Eagle are known for; never to be counted out until the final whistle.”
He added: “This victory could never have come at a better time than now when Nigeria is desperately looking for a unifying act.
“Your victory today as usual has brought all Nigerians irrespective of the divide to stand solidly behind you in prayers and encouragement.”
He urged the players not to relent until they achieved final victory by winning their subsequent matches.
He said as the head of the presidential delegation to the tournament he would ensure that all their needs were promptly attended to.
