Jonathan Applauds Super Eagles’ Sensational Comeback Victory Over Morocco

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The African Examiner

President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated the Super Eagles of Nigeria on their exhilarating comeback victory over their Moroccan counterparts this evening in Cape Town in the quarterfinals of the ongoing African Nations Championship.

Super Eagles vs Morocco

President Jonathan applauded “the indomitable spirit with which the Super Eagles fought back from being three goals down to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat and win a most memorable victory with almost the last kick of the match.”

The President further commended “the courage, patriotism, determination and dedication to national service exhibited by the Super Eagles today to all other Nigerians.”

He urged the team “to maintain their exemplary commitment to national duty until ultimate victory in the continental soccer championship for home-based players is achieved.”

President Jonathan assured the team and its handlers that they will continue to receive the fullest possible support from the Federal Government and all Nigerians as they strive to add the African Nations Championship trophy to the African Nations Cup which Nigeria won last year.