The federal government has promised to reward the Super Eagles for their commitment and dedication in reaching the final of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast

The Nigerian team was made to work hard in the semi-final match against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa last night, eventually winning 4-2 on penalties after playing out a 1-1 draw in regular time.

After the hard-fought victory, Vice President KASHIM SHETTIMA, told the players and their officials in the dressing room, that the government and people of Nigeria are proud of their accomplishment.

The VP was accompanied to the Eagles’ dressing room after the game by Governors DAPO ABIODUN (Ogun) and DUOYE DIRI (Bayelsa), Minister for Youth, JAMILA IBRAHIM as well as FIFA Council Member, AMAJU PINNICK and NFF President, IBRAHIM MUSA GUSAU.