Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, offered a rallying call to the Super Eagles, urging them to secure victory in the upcoming TotalEnergies CAF African Cup of Nations tournament. During a special dinner at the Lagos House, Marina, the governor emphasized that a triumphant performance by the Eagles would bring solace to citizens grappling with economic challenges, including the impact of the fuel subsidy removal.

Governor Sanwo-Olu, expressing his unwavering support, also took to social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) to share pictures from the dinner. In his caption, he conveyed gratitude for hosting the Super Eagles and extended his prayers for their strength, resilience, and unity on their journey to Côte d’Ivoire for the AFCON tournament, set to kick off on Saturday, January 13, 2023.

Addressing the team directly, the governor acknowledged the weight of expectations on their shoulders and encouraged them to play with passion, unity, and determination, urging them to make Nigeria proud and bring the coveted cup home. His message resonates as a powerful send-off to the Super Eagles, echoing the collective hope of a nation eager for success at AFCON 2023: “Let’s soar, Super Eagles!”