President Bola Tinubu has said he is “incredibly proud” of CAF Player of the Year Ademola Lookman as well as other Nigerian winners at the CAF Awards in Marrakech, Morocco, and believes they will inspire more achievements by the country.
Super Eagles and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, 27, was named Africa best player for 2024, Super Falcons the best women’s national team, while Chiamaka Nnadozie retained her CAF Goalkeeper of the Year.
Ademola Lookman succeeded another Nigerian star Victor Osimhen to scoop the coveted individual prize.
In a press statement, President Tinubu said: “These athletes embody the essential Nigerian Spirit. They signpost the best in us as a nation.
“Let no one ever write us off. I am incredibly proud of them.
‘‘Thank you for making Nigeria proud and keeping our flag flying.
‘‘Thank you for winning medals for Nigeria both at home and abroad. You will win more in the future.”
