JUST-IN:VP Shettima assures Super Eagles reward for reaching finals.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, who met with the Super Eagles following their win over the Bafana Bafana of South Africa, has promised that the Federal Government will reward them for their "commitment and dedication." 

The Super Eagles disclosed this in a statement and on their official X handle Thursday, February 8. 

The statement reads: “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 Cote d'Ivore. 

"Vice President Kashim Shettima told the players and their officials in the dressing room, following their hard-fought victory over South Africa in the semi finals on Wednesday, that the government and people of Nigeria are proud of their accomplishment. 

"The VP was in company with Governors Dapo Abiodun (Ogun) and Duoye Diri (Bayelsa), Minister for Youths, Dr. Jamila Ibrahim as well as oil mogul, Wale Tinubu, FIFA Council member, Amaju Pinnick, and NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau." 

The Super Eagles gained victory to the final of the AFCON tournament after beating Bafana Bafana of South Africa 4-2 on penalties. 

Source: X | NGSuperEagles