The 2023 presidential candidate of Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has encouraged the Super Eagles of Nigeria to double their efforts to ensure they beat Cameroon in the Round of 16 at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023.
Obi made the call in an X post on Saturday, hours before Nigeria’s clash with the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Cote d’Ivoire.
The former Anambra governor said that Nigeria remained a nation of winners despite present difficulties confronting the nation.
Obi said, “I congratulate our dear Super Eagles for their efforts in the ongoing African Cup of Nations and for scaling through the group stage.
“As they go into the knock-out stage today, with a match against our friendly neighbour, Cameroon, I encourage them to double their efforts, while wishing them, and by extension our dear nation, Nigeria, a resounding victory.
“In spite of present odds and difficulties, we remain a nation of winners.
“Our football players carry the banner of our youth as ambassadors of our nation.
“I share and will always support their hope and the promise of the great nation we deserve and are working towards.”