World Cup 2026: Bola Tinubu believes in Super Eagles' qualification

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·14 de novembro de 2025

World Cup 2026: Bola Tinubu believes in Super Eagles' qualification

President Bola Tinubu wasted no time in reacting after the Super Eagles’ impressive 4-1 victory over Gabon in the World Cup playoff matches. For him, this performance perfectly embodies “the Nigerian spirit: knowing how to bounce back and win.”

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In a statement signed by his adviser Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu praised the seriousness and composure displayed by the team. He believes this success reignites national enthusiasm and injects new momentum into the race for the 2026 World Cup.

PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES SUPER EAGLES’ 4-1 VICTORY OVER GABON, SAYS NIGERIA’S MARCH TO THE WORLD CUP CONTINUES President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their emphatic 4-1 victory over Gabon in today's FIFA World Cup qualifying Africa Playoff match,
– quinta-feira, 13 de novembro de 2025

The president also congratulated the players, the coaching staff, and everyone involved with the national team for their consistent hard work. He paid tribute to the millions of supporters who passionately back the squad. Tinubu called on the Super Eagles to maintain the same determination for the remainder of the qualifiers:

Keep moving forward. Qualification is within reach. Nigeria is behind you!

[OPINION]: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their commanding 4-1 win over Gabon in Thursday’s FIFA World Cup Africa Playoff qualifier in Morocco.
– quinta-feira, 13 de novembro de 2025