Tinubu hails Nigerian heritage stars for winning 2026 Super Bowl with Seattle Seahawks
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated several players of Nigerian descent for winning the 2026 Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks, who defeated the New England Patriots 29–13 to claim the Lombardi Trophy.
Jalen Oluwaseun Milroe, Nick Emmanwori, Uchenna Nwosu, Boye Maye, and Olu Oluwatimi all played their part as the Seahawks won their second-ever Super Bowl title.
In a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga on Tuesday, Mr Tinubu commended the players for bringing honour to Nigeria, noting that their accomplishment further signified Nigerian excellence.
“President Bola Tinubu congratulates players of Nigerian descent who led the Seattle Seahawks to victory in Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday,” the statement said. “The Seattle Seahawks routed the New England Patriots 29–13 to claim their second Lombardi Trophy.”
“Players of Nigerian descent on the team’s lineup who helped achieve this victory include Jalen Oluwaseun Milroe, quarterback; Nick Emmanwori, a defensive standout; Uchenna Nwosu, a veteran linebacker; Boye Maye, a linebacker; and Olu Oluwatimi, an irrepressible offensive lineman,” Mr Tinubu said.
In addition, the statement noted, “President Tinubu commends all the players for the pride and honour that they have brought to their country of descent, especially Emmanwori, Nwosu, and Maye, who raised Nigeria’s flag after winning the Super Bowl with the Seahawks.
“The president states that these players and their accomplishments affirm Nigerians’ global reputation for excellence and talent.”
Speaking further, Mr Tinubu sympathised with Patriot Michael Onwenu, also of Nigerian descent, calling him “one of the most dominant offensive linemen.”
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