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Tinubu Congratulates Lookman, Nnadozie, and Super Falcons for Winning CAF Awards 2024
President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Super Eagles forward, Ademola Lookman, for being named the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year.
The Super Eagles star’s performance throughout the year has not only elevated his game but has also brought honor to Nigeria.
President Tinubu praised Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, for securing the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award.
These awards, announced on Monday night at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco, hold significant weight in African football, as they celebrate the best and brightest talents the continent has to offer.
President Tinubu, in his congratulatory message, expressed his pride in the accomplishments of Lookman, Nnadozie, and the Super Falcons, describing them as true ambassadors of Nigeria.
‘‘These athletes truly represent the heart and soul of Nigeria,’’ the President stated.
‘‘Their success on the field reflects the best of what we stand for as a nation.
We should never underestimate the power of persistence and passion, these athletes are proof that Nigeria’s potential is limitless.’’
“Their achievements speak volumes about the talent that exists within our country,’’ the President said.
‘‘They have shown us that no dream is too big, no challenge insurmountable. This is just the beginning.’’
He emphasized that the Nigerian government will continue to support and invest in the sports sector.
‘‘I am incredibly proud of their accomplishments,’’ President Tinubu concluded.
‘‘Thank you, Lookman, Nnadozie, and the Super Falcons, for making Nigeria proud on the global stage.
You have set the bar high, and we have no doubt you will continue to achieve even greater success.
Your victories inspire us all, and we look forward to more medal wins, both at home and abroad. The future is yours.’’
Nigerian news analyst, Mahmud Jega, has shared his opinion on the recent airstrike carried out by the United States in Nigeria, stating that Nigerians should not blame President Bola Tinubu for the incident.
Jega made this statement during a recent interview, where he said he does not believe many people will hold the Tinubu administration responsible, as Donald Trump had issued threats against Nigeria long before Tinubu’s administration.
“No, I don’t think many people will blame the Tinubu administration for what is happening now because President Donald Trump, when he first made the threats, it was clearly not in coordination with the Tinubu administration or the government of Nigeria,” Jega said.
It has been reported that the United States carried out an airstrike targeting ISIS in the northwest region of Nigeria. The order was reportedly given by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
“Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS terrorist elements in northwest Nigeria,” Trump said.
He added, “I have previously warned these terrorists that if they did not stop the slaughtering of Christians, there would be hell to pay, and tonight, there was.”
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially declared the holiday dates for the festive season.
Thursday, December 25 will be observed as Christmas Day, December 26 as Boxing Day, and Thursday, January 1 as New Year’s Day.
The declaration was made by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani. He also added that Nigerians should celebrate the holidays in faith and pray for the nation.
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