‘Super Eagles’: Top Government Officials React To Nigeria’s First Russia 2018 World Win
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Senate President Bukola Saraki have joined Nigerians to congratulate the Super Eagles on their first victory at the Russia 2018 World Cup.
The Eagles secured a crucial 2-0 win over Iceland on Friday evening after the Icelanders missed a penalty, losing their chances of forcing Nigeria to a draw.
Ahmed Musa struck twice to become the first Nigerian to score at two World Cups and to ignite the Eagles’ hope of securing a spot in the knockout stage if they beat Argentina on Tuesday.
Last week, Nigeria lost their opening match to Croatia 2-0 while Argentina and Iceland played 1-1.
The Croats continued their winning streak yesterday when they beat Lionel Messi led Argentina team 3-0 to dominate the group.
A draw would be enough to eliminate the Argentines but would leave Nigeria’s fate hinging on the outcome of Iceland’s game against Croatia.
Besides Professor Osinbajo and Dr Saraki, Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, are among other Nigerians that commended the Super Eagles.
See tweets below;
2 Goals!!!
We are winning this.
Bring it home our Super Eagles. pic.twitter.com/efJgza57KW
— Prof Yemi Osinbajo (@ProfOsinbajo) June 22, 2018
Great win by our @NGSuperEagles. Let us continue to show that discipline and preparation brings results. #NGAISL #SoarSuperEagles #WorldCup pic.twitter.com/mUqgKqM2fg
— Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki (@bukolasaraki) June 22, 2018
Congratulations @NGSuperEagles. Indeed a delightful evening of quality football. When we stand united, victory is assured. #NGAISL pic.twitter.com/zZSQUpiz5J
— Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) June 22, 2018
Congratulations @NGSuperEagles! What a game! #SoarSuperEagles #NGAISL #NGA #WorldCup
— Sen. Lanre Tejuoso (@lanretejuoso) June 22, 2018
Great game @NGSuperEagles and well deserved victory. I am excited at the confidence and ball play exhibited today, indeed what we need to go through to the group stages. #NGAISL #WorldCup
— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) June 22, 2018
Ahmed musa has become the first African player to ever score multiple goals in consecutive World Cups. 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬 #NGAISL pic.twitter.com/BcmKy716ES
— shablinz (@shablinz) June 22, 2018
