Sport
AFCON: Super Eagles get N10 million for beating Egypt
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have been rewarded with N10 million for beating Egypt in Group D opener in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations.
Allen Onyema, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, announced the reward on Wednesday.
Speaking with the team at halftime in their opening game on Tuesday, Onyema, who expressed optimism that the team would make Nigerians proud, pledged to gift them N50 million if they win the trophy.
“Nigerians believe in what you can do, you have the strength and all it takes to win the trophy. Remember what I told you during the qualifying series.
“That it is not just an ordinary football match. You are carrying the hopes and aspirations of over 350 ethnic nationalities of our beautiful country. You’re playing for the unity of Nigeria.
“This is your time to play your part in cementing the unity of this nation, as Nigerians from north, south, east and west will celebrate in unison.
“Do us proud and when you come back with the cup, I’m going to give you N50 million.”
Black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate today 19th May 2024
Exchange rate: Naira falls three times against dollar in seven days
Why my father, Fela married 27 wives same day – Seun Kuti
President Tinubu gives Peace Corps boss, Dickson Akor federal appointment
President Tinubu appoints Benue APC chair, Austin Agada chairman Kaduna Polytechnic Board
How much is Naira to Dollar Black Market Today, 17th May 2024
Black market Dollar to Naira exchange rate today 17th May 2024
Latest news on FG student loan approval, disbursement today 17th May 2024
Naira falls against dollar in new exchange rate, loses N73
Senate passes bill for Federal University of Agriculture in Bama
Tinubu welcomes Senegal’s youngest president, Bassirou Faye
