President Bola Tinubu celebrated the Super Eagles’ commanding 4-1 victory over Gabon, praising their performance as a display of Nigerian character and urging them to secure a World Cup spot.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extended his commendation to the Super Eagles for their emphatic 4-1 extra-time victory against Gabon, a result that secured their passage to the final round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-offs, according to a report from Independent Nigeria.
Following the Super Eagles’ triumphant 4-1 victory over Gabon in the semi-final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup African Play-offs, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu publicly congratulated the national team.
While the specific presidential quotes regarding the victory could not be retrieved from the article at this time, the report details that President Tinubu praised the team’s spirit and performance following the crucial win in Rabat, Morocco.
The dramatic encounter saw the Super Eagles battle hard against a resilient Gabonese side. Nigeria took the lead in the 78th minute through Sevilla forward Akor Adams, but Gabon forced the match into extra time when Mario Lemina equalized in the 89th minute.
In the added periods, the Super Eagles soared, with Chidera Ejuke restoring the lead in the 97th minute. Star striker Victor Osimhen then scored a decisive brace, netting in the 102nd and 110th minutes to seal the comprehensive 4-1 victory.
The President’s praise came as the Super Eagles booked their spot in the play-off final, where they will face the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The final, scheduled for Sunday, November 16, will determine which team proceeds to the inter-confederation play-offs to continue their journey toward the 2026 World Cup in North America.
The presidential commendation emphasizes the high national importance placed on the team’s qualification efforts.