Tinubu Salutes Lookman, Nnadozie, Super Falcons On CAF Awards

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Super Eagles and Atalanta Of Italy forward, Ademola Lookman on winning the 2024 CAF Men’s African Footballer of the Year.

Similarly, the President also saluted Super Falcons goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for clinching the CAF Women’s Goalkeeper of the Year award and the Super Falcons for being named the Women’s National Team of the Year.

The Continental football governing body, CAF announced the awards on Monday night in a grand ceremony held at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, Morocco.  A statement by Bayo Onanuga,

Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said President Tinubu joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating these athletes, describing them as worthy ambassadors for showcasing their talent and bringing honour to the country on the continental and world stage.

It said the President believes that this recognition by Africa’s highest football authority will inspire other upcoming athletes to remain steadfast in pursuing their dreams.

While affirming that their determination, discipline, and confidence underscore the administration’s resolve to build a better Nigeria where everyone thrives and succeeds, president Tinubu said; “These athletes embody the essential Nigerian Spirit. They signpost the best in us as a nation. Let no one ever write us off. I am incredibly proud of them.

“Thank you for making Nigeria proud and keeping our flag flying. Thank you for winning medals for Nigeria both at home and abroad. You will win more in the future”.