President Muhammadu Buhari has charged the Nigeria national team, to do the country proud at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, by lifting the coveted trophy in Cameroon.
Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, conveyed the president’s message at a ‘send forth’ ceremony for the Super Eagles on Tuesday in Abuja.
The players and coaching crew will depart Abuja on Wednesday aboard a chartered flight for the tournament which runs from January 9 to February 6 in Cameroon.
Dare who was represented by the Minister of State for Budget and National Planning, Clem Agba, said President Buhari had pledged the full support of the nation for the team.
“I bring to you very warm greetings and best wishes from the President and Commander in Chief, Muhammadu Buhari.
“He sends you forth with a clear message of total support and trust in your ability to do Nigeria proud.
“Mr President believes this Super Eagles squad has the skills and talents to excel at the Cup of Nations in Cameroon. Nigerians are fully behind you,” Dare said.