By Uzor Odigbo
National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko has expressed delight with Super Eagles 2-0 victory against the Amavubi of Rwanda, describing it as ‘Competence meeting quality preparation and capacity’
In an interview shortly after the epoc making encounter Dikko said, “I am extremely delighted with the performance of the Super Eagles against Rwanda, in Kigali which have now put Nigeria firmly back in play and in contention for the sole qualification ticket from Group C of the CAF (Africa) 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.
“Indeed, what happened in Kigali is what I term ‘preparation meets competence and capability’ as the Super Eagles are very talented and exceptional team while the National Sports Commission (NSC) in collaboration with the NFF were very deliberate and international including starting preparations several months ahead for the crucial match and ensured all that is needed to be done to provide the enablers for the team success are done appropriately and professionally delivered”.
The NSC Chairman said next match is against Zimbabwe that will fall on Tuesday in Uyo at 5 pm and all hands remain on deck to deliver another win and three points.
“I thus on behalf of entire Nigeria Sports family and indeed the country congratulate the Super Eagles players and the Technical Crew led by Eric Chelle for putting up a very brilliant and assuring performance to get the result needed in Kigali from what was practically a “win or burst” match played in front of over 60,000 Rwandan fans.’ The Nigerian supporters were also simply amazing motivating and gingering the team to victory” he said
