Jonathan congratulates Eagles

President Goodluck Jonathan
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President Goodluck  Jonathan on Saturday congratulated the Super Eagles on their 2-0 victory over Ethiopia in Calabar after the team earned Nigeria a slot at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

Jonathan, in a statement by his spokesman Reuben Abati, said with hard work and dedication the team could fulfil the nation’s dream of becoming the first African team to win the World Cup.

The statement read, “President Jonathan joins other proud and happy Nigerians in applauding the Super Eagles’ dogged and determined performance against the Ethiopians over the two legs of the final qualifying round which ensured away and home victories, and also ensured that Nigeria will be at the World Cup finals for the fifth time.

“As the team bask in the glory of being the first African country to qualify for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, President Jonathan urges them to rededicate themselves to excelling on the global stage and reaching for heights never previously attained by the country at the World Cup finals.

“The President believes that with the enormous pool of football talent available to the country, the Super Eagles can, with hard work, dedication, resilience and further honing of their skills and tactics, fulfill the national dream of being the first African Nation to win the world cup.

“He assures the NFF and the team, of the fullest possible support of the Federal Government and all Nigerians in their quest to win even greater glory for Nigeria at the world cup finals in Brazil.”