Tinubu Salutes Super Eagles After Dominant 4-1 Win Over Gabon

Tinubu Salutes Super Eagles After Dominant 4-1 Win Over Gabon.
President urges team to stay focused on remaining World Cup qualifiers.
He praises players’ resilience and national unity inspired by the win.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles following their commanding 4-1 win over Gabon in the FIFA World Cup qualifying Africa Playoff on Tuesday.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President said the team’s display reflected the Nigerian spirit that rises, adapts, and prevails.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that he noted that the players showed courage, balance, and precision throughout the match, adding that football has always been one of the country’s strongest symbols of unity and shared national pride.

Tinubu said the result injects fresh momentum into the national mood and reinforces the collective determination to secure a place at the World Cup. He praised the players, coaching crew, and the technical and administrative staff for their commitment, emphasising that their discipline and teamwork produced a well-deserved victory.

The President described the win as proof of Nigeria’s deep talent pool and the squad’s determination to reclaim its place among Africa’s top football nations. He also commended millions of supporters at home and abroad whose passion and loyalty continue to inspire the team, especially during high-stakes international matches.

Tinubu urged the Super Eagles to build on the victory and remain focused on the remaining qualifiers. He said every match offers a chance to show character and discipline, while keeping the nation’s World Cup ambition within reach. He encouraged the team to stay relentless until qualification is guaranteed.

“This is the true Nigerian spirit of resilience against all odds. Do not stop until you secure a qualification. Super Eagles, keep soaring. The nation stands with you!” the President said.