President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Victor Osimhen, Asisat Oshoala and Chiamaka Nnadozie for their remarkable achievements at the just-concluded CAF Awards.
Recall Theliberationnews reported that Osimhen clinched the 2023 CAF Player of the year alongside Oshoala who was crowned 2023 CAF Women’s Player of The Year for a record sixth time.
Also, Chiamaka Nnadozie, was awarded the Woman Goalkeeper of the Year, just as the Super Falcons clinched the Women’s National Team of the Year award.
The congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale on Tuesday.
The president commended the players for their outstanding performances on both national and international stages, describing them as sources of pride to the nation and an inspiration for aspiring footballers across the continent.
He stated, ”Watching the great ambassadors of Nigeria stand atop the podium as the African Footballers of the Year, in the men and women categories, on Monday night in Marrakesh, Morocco, has strengthened our belief that with hard work, perseverance, and the help of God, everything this nation needs for greatness is within us and available to us.
”I commend Victor and Asisat for not forgetting their roots and days of humble beginnings in the game they love so much and for acknowledging the role of indigenous coaches in shaping their careers.
”I join all Nigerian fans in praying that this well-deserved honour will be the beginning of a continued journey filled with success, triumphs, and the fulfillment of all your footballing dreams.”
