Sunday January 11, 2026
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Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles for their victory over Algeria and qualification for the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON.
Nigeria defeated Algeria 2-0 on Saturday, January 10, to advance to the semi-finals of the tournament in Morocco.
In a post on his X handle, @officialABAT, shortly after the match, Tinubu praised the team’s display and assured them of national support.
“Brilliant performance… inspiring,” the President wrote,
“Go, Super Eagles! You have the support of all Nigerians,” he added.
Goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams sealed the victory for Nigeria in Marrakech, extending the team’s unbeaten run in the competition.
Nigeria will now face hosts Morocco in the semi-final on Wednesday, January 14, for a place in the final scheduled for January 18, in Rabat.