AFCON 2025: ‘Thank You’ - President Tinubu hails Super Eagles

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles following Nigeria’s bronze medal finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Nigeria secured third place after defeating seven-time champions Egypt 4–2 on penalties, capping off a strong tournament campaign with a morale-boosting victory.

In a statement issued by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu applauded the players for rebounding from a painful semi-final defeat to host nation Morocco.

“Despite their good run during the tournament, the Eagles lost the semi-final match to Morocco during the penalty shootout last Wednesday, and our people’s hopes of winning the championship were dashed,” the statement read.

He added, “However, our players remained undaunted, and exhibiting the resilience of the Nigerian spirit, their efforts have now paid off.”

The president expressed national pride in the Super Eagles, describing the bronze medal as a symbol of courage and determination.

“We will all be proud of them as they receive their hard-earned bronze medal on Sunday in Rabat, Morocco.

“Thank you, our gallant Super Eagles. Thank you, our national team players. This bronze medal surely feels good like gold,” he said

The victory marked Nigeria’s ninth bronze medal in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations.