You Are Great Ambassadors – Tinubu Hails Osimhen, Oshoala And Nnadozie On CAF Awards
Victor Osimhen of the Super Eagles has been congratulated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on earning the CAF 2023 Men’s Player of the Year title.
The President also praised the outstanding accomplishments of Chiamaka Nnadozie, who won Woman Keeper of the Year, and Asisat Oshoala of the Nigerian Super Falcons, who won the Women’s National Team of the Year award for the sixth time in 2023 CAF Women’s Player of the Year.
President Tinubu commended the three for their exceptional performances and for serving as an inspiration to young football players around the continent, according to a statement made public by Presidential Spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale.
“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 begin a continued journey filled with success, triumphs, and the fulfilment of all your footballing dreams,” the President said.
Similarly, Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has hailed the trio for their success at the CAF Awards.
Taking to his official X handle, Atiku said; “I am both excited and delighted at the news that Nigeria’s Victor Osimhen and Asisat Oshoala have won the prestigious CAF Player of The Year in the men and women categories, respectively. This is no mean feat and is unprecedented in the rich footballing history of our dear country.
“Osimhen bringing the title to Nigeria after 24 years is no mean feat, as is Asisat Oshoala’s winning the same title for the sixth time.
“The greatness of this generation of Nigerians, irrespective of the leadership challenges of the country, is indeed a beacon of hope to all patriots.
“Congratulations, Victor Osimhen; congratulations, Asisat Oshoala, and congratulations to all Nigerians.”