Tinubu Sends Delegation to Morocco as Super Eagles Face Tanzania in AFCON 2025

Presidential Support: President Bola Tinubu dispatched a Nigerian delegation to Morocco to support the Super Eagles ahead of their Group C opener against Tanzania on December 23, 2025, at Fez Stadium.

Delegation Members Include:

Senator Abdul Ningi – Chairman, Senate Committee on Sports

Kabiru Amadu Mai Palace – Chairman, House Committee on Sports

CG Bashir Adewale Adeniyi – Comptroller General, Nigeria Customs Service

Shehu Dikko – Chairman, National Sports Commission

Ibrahim Musa Gusau – President, Nigeria Football Federation

Janet Olisa – Special Adviser on International Relations

Acting Nigerian Ambassador to Morocco


Motivation and Welfare: The delegation presented players with houses, plots of land, and national honours, rewards promised after their 2023 AFCON runner-up finish. They also checked on training and welfare arrangements.

Tournament Updates: Nigeria’s first match against Tanzania kicks off at 6:30 PM, followed by games against Tunisia and Uganda in the group stage.

AFCON Kick-Off Event: Afrobeats star Davido performed at the official pre-tournament concert in Rabat, energizing fans with his hit songs.


Key Takeaway: The Nigerian government is actively boosting morale and support for the Super Eagles, showing commitment to player welfare and national pride ahead of AFCON 2025.