The Federal Government has congratulated the Super Eagles on their win at the AFCON qualifier match against Benin Republic.
This was done through the minister of Sports Development, Senator Enoh, who described their performance as impressive on his X handle, during the weekend.
He also extended congratulatory messages to Flora Ugwunwa, Bose Omotayo and Isah Ogunkunle for their remarkable performances at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
Flora Ugwunwa claimed a silver medal in the Women’s Javelin F54 category with a remarkable throw of 19.26 meters, finishing 2nd in a highly competitive field.
Bose Omotayo in the Women’s 79kg Para Powerlifting category, lifted an impressive 145kg to secure the silver medal for Nigeria.
Isau Ogunkunle earned a bronze medal in the Men’s Singles Class 4 Para Table Tennis event making him the first Nigerian athlete to win an individual medal in Para Table Tennis since the Sydney 2000 Games.
The minister further restated the government’s commitment to supporting Para sports to ensure Nigerian athletes received the backing they need to succeed on the international stage.