In the aftermath of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) final in Côte d'Ivoire, Vice President Kashim Shettima expressed his commendation for the Super Eagles, acknowledging their remarkable skills displayed throughout the tournament, despite losing the cup to the host nation.
In a statement released by his Media Aide, Mr. Stanley Nkwocha, in Abuja, Vice President Shettima reflected on the valiant efforts and inspiring journey of the Super Eagles. Despite the defeat, Shettima emphasized the importance of recognizing both victory and defeat in the realm of sports.
He congratulated Côte d'Ivoire on their success while underscoring that Africa, as a whole, emerged as the ultimate winner. Shettima thanked the people of Côte d'Ivoire for their hospitality and sportsmanship, noting that the AFCON served as a powerful platform to showcase the potential and resilience of the continent.
He highlighted football as a unifying factor transcending race, region, or religion, emphasizing that the unity of Africa was the true triumph of the tournament.
Shettima urged Africans to channel the passion and unity witnessed on the football pitch into tangible progress in all aspects of life, celebrating the power of unity, diversity, and the boundless potential within the continent.
