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AFCON: President Tinubu Hails Super Eagles Semi-final Ticket

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.

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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.

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“Brilliant performance… inspiring,” the President wrote,

“Go, Super Eagles! You have the support of all Nigerians,” he added.

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Goals from Victor Osimhen and Akor Adams sealed the victory for Nigeria in Marrakech, extending the team’s unbeaten run in the competition.

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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.


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