The Chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Aminu Maigari, has commended President Goodluck Jonathan for his support despite the Eagles Monday’s exit from the ongoing 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
This was contained in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, by the NFF Assistant Director, Communications, Ademola Olajire. It said the football body also appreciated all Nigerians for their support to the team.
“We must applaud Mr President and the Government of Nigeria for the massive support the NFF and the team received all through the qualifying series and the tournament proper. Mr President’s personal keen interest in the team, saw us qualify for the finals and put up a credible campaign in Brazil. The players were brilliant, they showed heart and commitment and deserve the praise of Nigerians for their efforts,’’ the statement quoted as saying”.
It said Maigari also commended his colleagues, NFF board, the National Sports Commission, and members of the National Assembly for their support.
The body lauded the the chairmen and secretaries of football associations in the states, top shots of the various leagues and top government officials from the states who were in Brazil to show the Eagles their support. It also thanked Former Nigeria Coaches, former Nigeria captains and officials of federal government agencies and parastatals for time and encouragement.
“Nigeria’s elimination means the Super Eagles must fly out of Brazil within the next 24 hours” the statement read.
It would be recalled that the Super Eagles after a gallant display so far was beaten on Monday 2-0 by France in the round of 16. Paul Pogba’s header from a corner and Captain Joseph Yobo’s own goal on his 100th cap sent the Eagles home.
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