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Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has hailed the Super Eagles of Nigeria over their victory over Egypt to secure third place in the 2025 African Cup of Nations, AFCON.In a statement posted on his verified X handle on Saturday, Obi expressed satisfaction at the Eagles’ performance throughout the tournament.He urged them to return home as victors that they are, stressing that they fought with character and represented Nigeria with honour.“Thank you for representing the Nigerian people. You fought with character, represented Nigeria with honour, and reminded us that progress is built through perseverance.“The nation is proud of you. May this result be a strong foundation for even greater victories ahead.
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has hailed the Super Eagles of Nigeria over their victory over Egypt to secure third place in the 2025 African Cup of Nations, AFCON.
In a statement posted on his verified X handle on Saturday, Obi expressed satisfaction at the Eagles’ performance throughout the tournament.
He urged them to return home as victors that they are, stressing that they fought with character and represented Nigeria with honour.
“Thank you for representing the Nigerian people. You fought with character, represented Nigeria with honour, and reminded us that progress is built through perseverance.
“The nation is proud of you. May this result be a strong foundation for even greater victories ahead.
“Come home as the victors that you are, and continue to soar high, our dearest Super Eagles,” he wrote.

