Despite the Super Eagles’ 1-2 defeat to the host nation, Elephants of Cote d’Ivoire, in the finals of the 34th African Cup of Nations in Abidjan, on Sunday, Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, said the team was impressive.
While congratulating the Super Eagles for their dogged performance at the AFCON, the governor remarked that although the nation may not have been delighted with the final match’s outcome, it provides a foundation for a potentially more successful return.
Oborevwori, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Festus Ahon, yesterday, urged the Super Eagles not to be deterred by their AFCON final defeat.
While rallying support for the team and the nation, he added that the Super Eagles played well and wished them better luck in subsequent competitions.
Speaking further, Oborevwori stated that the Eagles were determined to bring the trophy home but were defeated by the Elephants, who were buoyed to victory by their supportive and overwhelming fans. He explained that Sunday’s finals may not have gone the way we anticipated but, as a people, we were united by your patriotism and love for the nation.
“Despite the economic hardship and pervasive insecurity bedevilling the nation, Nigerians were united in praying for the Super Eagles to bring the trophy home.
“Football, and sports generally, remain a unifying force in our diversity and as administration in Delta State, we will continue to work towards enhancing our leadership in sports nationwide.
“To fellow Nigerians, let’s keep showing our squad the unshakeable devotion we are known for. Both wins and losses are part of the road to glory, and every game teaches us resiliency, fortitude and the strength of hope that never fades.
“To our dear Super Eagles, you represent the might and promise of our country more than just a team. Take what you can from this experience, grow from it, and rise above the rest with the same fierceness and elegance. In the future, we shall reach even higher heights as a nation.” Oborevwori stated.
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