Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi have congratulated Nigeria’s Super Eagles on their 4-1 victory against Gabon in the 2026 CAF World Cup playoffs.
Nigeria qualified for the final World Cup playoffs thanks to goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, and Victor Osimhen.
Following the game, fans took to social media to praise the triumph and encourage the players to stay focused ahead of their match against the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday.
On Thursday night, Abubakar expressed his pride in the club via his official X (Twitter).
“Proud of the @NGSuperEagles for giving Nigeria a fighting chance in the 2026 World Cup Africa playoff final. -AA,” Abubakar wrote.
Meanwhile, Obi stated that the team’s performance highlights the importance of investing in talent.
“After a busy schedule that took me from Lagos to Abuja for the Guild of Editors event, and then onward to Anambra, I still made sure to catch up with the Super Eagles match against Gabon.
“My excitement after the match for the sweet victory made me forget my immediate tweet, as I always do after every one of their matches.
“I sincerely congratulate our dear Super Eagles on their outstanding and well-deserved victory today.
The former Labour Party presidential candidate went on to say that the Super Eagles’ achievement demonstrates that “when we invest in talents and support our institutions, Nigeria can compete and win on any global stage.”
“Today, the Super Eagles have made us proud, and I celebrate them, the coaching crew, and every Nigerian who continues to believe in the possibility of a better, stronger, and more united Nigeria.
“Well done, Eagles. Keep soaring,” Obi said.
Yusuf Tuggar, Minister of Foreign Affairs, also commended the team for their discipline.
“Congratulations to our national team, @NGSuperEagles, on their stunning 4–1 comeback victory over Gabon to secure a place in the final playoff.
“Well done to the team for staying disciplined and finishing strong,” Tuggar said.
Another X user, Joshua Sogunle, praised the team’s overall performance.
“It’s been a long time since I saw the Super Eagles of Nigeria play this well. Hunger, dribbles, passing accuracy, technical efficiency—just monstrous control of the game.
“We’d have had no business with the playoffs if we played half the qualifiers like this.
“I am watching the Super Eagles today, and I’m not missing European football. I wouldn’t have believed African football could be this beautiful to watch.
“The team should remain focused; we still have hurdles ahead,” he said.
The winner of the match between Nigeria and DR Congo will advance to a six-nation FIFA intercontinental tournament in March.
