President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio have congratulated CAF Player of the Year Ademola Lookman as well as other Nigerian winners at the CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco, and believes they will inspire more achievements by the country.
Tinubu conveyed his congratulations in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
The statement is titled, ‘President Tinubu congratulates Lookman, Nnadozie, Super Falcons on CAF awards.’
The awards were announced Monday night at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco.
Tinubu said, ‘‘These athletes embody the essential Nigerian Spirit. They signpost the best in us as a nation. Let no one ever write us off. I am incredibly proud of them.
‘‘Thank you for making Nigeria proud and keeping our flag flying.
‘‘Thank you for winning medals for Nigeria both at home and abroad. You will win more in the future.”
On his part, Senate President Godswill Akpabio commended Nigeria’s Atalanta of Italy forward and Super Eagles goal poacher, Ademola Lookman, for winning the CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award.
Akpabio stated this in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Eseme Eyiboh in Abuja on Tuesday.
He also congratulated the Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, for emerging as the Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year.
The Senate president hailed the national female team, Super Falcons, for winning the Women’s National Team of the Year Award.
He extolled Lookman’s exceptional skills and prowess.
He stated, “I wish to congratulate one of our finest footballers and an international superstar, Ademola Lookman, on his well-deserved win as the CAF Men’s Player of the Year. This prestigious award is a testament to Lookman’s hard work, dedication, and exceptional skills on the football pitch. I would also like to celebrate our amiable and talented Super Falcons goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, who has won the Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award for the second consecutive year. Her outstanding performance is an inspiration to young Nigerian girls who aspire to excel in sports. Furthermore, I commend the Super Falcons for emerging as the Women’s National Team of the Year. This achievement demonstrates the team’s resilience, teamwork, and commitment to excellence.’’.
He said the awards were not only a proud moment for Nigerian football but also a reflection of the nation’s rich sporting talent.
He stated, “We are honoured to have such exceptional athletes representing Nigeria on the global stage. The Senate and indeed the National Assembly under my leadership will continue to support sports through enabling laws and adequate appropriations to harness the hidden talents in the country. Once again, I congratulate Ademola Lookman, Chiamaka Nnadozie, and the Super Falcons on their remarkable achievements.’’
