CAF 2023 Award: Tinubu, Atiku, AbdulRazaq hails Osimhen, Oshoala, Nnadozie

President Bola Tinubu, Presidential candidate of the People Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, have congratulated three Nigeria footballers who emerged winners at the just concluded Confederation of African Football (CAF) Award.

They congratulated Nigeria’s Super Eagles forward, Victor Osimhen, on winning the CAF 2023 Men’s Player of the Year award.

They also congratulated Asisat Oshoala of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, who clinched the 2023 CAF Women’s Player of The Year for the sixth time, and Chiamaka Nnadozie, who was awarded the Woman Goalkeeper of the Year, as well as the Super Falcons for emerging the Women’s National Team of the Year.

Commending the trio for being sources of pride to the nation and an inspiration for aspiring footballers across the continent, Tinubu said watching them stand atop the podium in Marrakesh, Morocco strengthened the belief that with hard work, perseverance, and the help of God, everything this nation needs for greatness is within us and available to us. 

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”I commend Victor and Asisat for not forgetting their roots and days of humble beginnings in the game they love so much and for acknowledging the role of indigenous coaches in shaping their careers. 

”I join all Nigerian fans in praying that this well-deserved honour will be the beginning of a continued journey filled with success, triumphs, and the fulfillment of all your footballing dreams,” the President says. 

Similarly, Governor AbdulRazaq said the player’s great achievements have once again put Nigeria on the continental map of football, pledging continuous support for talents to secure more wins.

“This, remarkably, is the first time after 24 years Nigerians are returning simultaneously as best players in both categories. It is a proud moment for all of us,” he added. 

Meanwhile, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar stated that he was delighted at the news, saying it is no mean feat and is unprecedented in the rich footballing history of our dear country.

“The greatness of this generation of Nigerians, irrespective of the leadership challenges of the country, is indeed a beacon of hope to all patriots,” Atiku said.