Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has congratulated the Nigerian National Football Team otherwise called the Super Eagles for their outstanding performances so far at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) holding in Ivory Coast.
The sports enthusiast expressed his joy over the Super Eagles’ remarkable and dramatic victory over the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in the semi-finals.
In the message to officials and players of the Super Eagles , the former Senate helmsman stated, “the match was full of suspense, twists and turns but in the end, Nigeria triumphed . This victory is hard won. We cannot take it for granted .
“We are proud of how far you have come. Coming ahead on Sunday is the most important match of all. Go for the gold and bring the trophy home”.
He specifically commended the Super Eagles’ head coach Jose Peseiro for his hard work and inspiration to the players at the event saying, “your strategy is result oriented .
According to Mark, “you have all displayed the can-do spirit of Nigerians to the whole world. Go into the final with full determination and team spirit “.
Recall that Senator Mark earlier sent a goodwill message to the team before the commencement of the tournament when he urged the team to go for victory all the way .
He reminded them that they carry the hopes and dreams of over 200 million Nigerians and their supporters from around the world.
Paul Mumeh,
Media Adviser to Senator David Mark.
