President Bola Tinubu has applauded the Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen and the Super Falcons stars for their remarkable achievements at the CAF 2023 Awards.
Nigeria had a clean sweep at the awards which held on Monday night in Marrakesh, Morocco.
Victor Osimhen and Asisat Oshoala won the CAF Men and Women player of the Year respectively, while Chiamaka Nnadozie picked up the Woman Goalkeeper of the Year.
The Super Falcons emerged as the Women’s National Team of the Year at the CAF Awards 2023.
In a statement on his official ‘X’ handle on Tuesday, Tinubu commended the trio of Osimhen, Oshoala and Nnadozie for their outstanding performances on both national and international stages, and for being sources of pride to the nation and an inspiration for aspiring footballers across the continent.
He said: “Watching the great ambassadors of Nigeria stand atop the podium as the African Footballers of the Year, in the men and women categories, on Monday night in Marrakesh, Morocco, has strengthened our belief that with hard work, perseverance, and the help of God, everything this nation needs for greatness is within us and available to us.
“I commend Victor and Asisat for not forgetting their roots and days of humble beginnings in the game they love so much and for acknowledging the role of indigenous coaches in shaping their careers.
“I join all Nigerian fans in praying that this well-deserved honour will be the beginning of a continued journey filled with success, triumphs, and the fulfilment of all your footballing dreams.”
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