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Believe in Yourself, Don’t Give Up – Governor Sanwo-Olu Empowers Super Eagles Ahead of AFCON Kick-off

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Believe in Yourself, Don’t Give Up – Governor Sanwo-Olu Empowers Super Eagles Ahead of AFCON Kick-off

In a heartfelt handle, Lagos State Governor Jide Sanwo-Olu has rallied behind the Tremendous Eagles, urging them to offer their all and produce glory to Nigeria within the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Because the thirty fourth version of the continental championship kicks off in Cote d’Ivoire this weekend, the Governor’s phrases come as a well timed motivation for the nationwide group.

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Regardless of being touted as sturdy contenders for the title, the Tremendous Eagles have confronted setbacks within the type of accidents to key gamers.

Taiwo Awoniyi’s absence, Kelechi Iheanacho’s race towards time to recuperate, and Victor Boniface’s withdrawal have examined the resolve of head coach Jose Peseiro, leaving him with solely two match strikers in Victor Osimhen and Umar Sadiq.

Undeterred by the challenges, Nigerians stay optimistic about their group’s possibilities, having clinched the AFCON title 3 times in 1980, 1994, and 2013.

Governor Sanwo-Olu, addressing the squad at a dinner following their return from a coaching camp in Abu Dhabi, emphasised the significance of unity and teamwork.

“You’re the nation unifier; there may be pleasure within the hearts of over 200 million Nigerians. Consider in your self, and don’t quit in Côte d’Ivoire,” Governor Sanwo-Olu urged, emphasizing the collective energy wanted for fulfillment.

He pledged unwavering assist, assuring the Tremendous Eagles of the backing of 200 million Nigerians who would take immense pleasure and pleasure of their triumph at AFCON.

Acknowledging the importance of the match, Governor Sanwo-Olu dedicated to personally attending the video games in Abidjan, underlining the shared aspiration for victory.

He inspired the group to view the competitors as a possibility to convey pleasure to the nation and labeled successful the AFCON because the “greatest palliative” for the nation.

After an intensive week-long coaching within the United Arab Emirates below Coach Peseiro, the Tremendous Eagles are set to depart for Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, on Wednesday, carrying with them the hopes and aspirations of a nation keen for fulfillment on the continental stage.

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