President Bola Tinubu has extended his congratulations to Victor Osimhen, the forward for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, for securing the prestigious CAF 2023 Men’s Player of the Year award. Tinubu also acknowledged the remarkable achievements of Asisat Oshoala from Nigeria’s Super Falcons, who secured the 2023 CAF Women’s Player of The Year for the sixth time, and Chiamaka Nnadozie, honored as the Woman Goalkeeper of the Year. Additionally, he applauded the Super Falcons for being recognized as the Women’s National Team of the Year.

These accolades were conveyed through a statement signed by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, on Tuesday. President Tinubu commended the players for their exceptional performances on both national and international platforms, portraying them as sources of pride for the nation and inspirations for budding 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.”