The Sports Writers’ Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Oyo State
Chapter, has charged the Super Eagles of Nigeria to ensure they bring home the
Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy for the fourth time.
This is contained in a congratulatory message jointly signed
by the association’s Chairman, Mr Niyi Alebiosu, and Secretary, Mr Adewale
Tijani.
The association congratulated the Super Eagles for defeating
their South African counterpart 2-1 to book a place in the semi-finals of the
tournament.
It described the Super Eagles’ victory in the quarter final
match as well deserved, saying it was their best game in the tournament so far.
Oyo SWAN urged the three-time African Champions to lift the
coveted trophy for the fourth time.
“Having gone this far, the best thing is to make Nigerians
happier by winning the trophy for the fourth time,” it said.
The association also applauded the Amaju Pinnick-led Nigeria
Football Federation (NFF) for their contributions, saying it reflected in the
performance of the Super Eagles.
It charged the NFF to continue supporting the Super Eagles
to realise their dream of becoming the continent’s champion at the end of the
ongoing tournament in Egypt.
Oyo SWAN also enjoined the Federal Government, NFF and
Nigerians to extend the support given to the Super Eagles to other national
teams.
“While appreciating the financial and moral support given to
the Super Eagles by the Federal Government, NFF and Nigerians, we urge them to
extend same to other teams that represent the country in all international
sports competitions,’’ the statement read in part.
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