Obi hails Super Eagles on AFCON bronze medal win
The former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has commended the Super Eagles for securing the third-place medal in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
In a congratulatory message posted on his X handle, Obi thanked the team for representing the Nigerian people.
According to Obi, the Eagles fought with character, represented Nigeria with honour, and reminded citizens that progress is built through perseverance.
“The nation is proud of you; May this result be a strong foundation for even greater victories ahead.
“Come home as the victors that you are, and continue to soar high, our dearest Super Eagles; congratulations, Nigeria Super Eagles,” he said.
The Super Eagles had defeated Egypt 4-2 on penalties to claim bronze at the 2025 AFCON in Casablanca.
The third-place match ended goalless after regulation time, forcing a penalty shootout to decide the winner as goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, emerged Nigeria’s hero.
Nwabali produced two outstanding saves to deny Egypt’s star men, Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, to secure the podium finish for the Eagles.
(NAN)
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