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February 13, 2024 President Tinubu Honours Super Eagles With MON Merit

President Tinubu Honours Super Eagles With MON Merit

President Bola Tinubu has honoured the Super Eagles team with the Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) national award in recognition of their outstanding performance at the recently concluded AFCON 2023 tournament held in Ivory Coast.

In addition to the prestigious national honour, each team member was presented with a flat and a plot of land in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Despite finishing as runners-up in the tournament and losing the trophy to host Ivory Coast, the Nigerian team's remarkable achievement was duly acknowledged.

The Super Eagles were formally received at the State House on Tuesday, where they were bestowed with their well-deserved titles. Among those present were all team members and officials, including Alex Iwobi, who had been subjected to cyberbullying following the loss to Ivory Coast.

With this recognition, the Super Eagles join the esteemed company of individuals such as Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, HRM Eze Isaac Ikonne, Dr. Faisal Shuaibu, Chief Silva Ejeh Ameh, Alh. Kamoru Ibitoye Yusuf, Mallam Ibrahim Okposi, Alhaji Shehu Uthman, Barr. Chris Ezem, Davido, and Teni have previously received national honours for their contributions to Nigeria.

February 13, 2024 Sports Minister Meets With Iwobi, Condemns Cyberbullying Of Player

Sports Minister Meets With Iwobi, Condemns Cyberbullying Of Player

Following Nigeria's defeat in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, Minister of Sports Development John Enoh is lending his support to Nigerian football star Alex Iwobi, whom cyberbullies have targeted in the aftermath of the match.

Nigeria faced Ivory Coast in the final of the 2023 AFCON, resulting in a loss for the Nigerian team. Alex Iwobi, who played approximately 80 minutes in the game, became the subject of heavy criticism, which escalated into cyberbullying.

In response to the online abuse directed at the footballer, Iwobi deleted all photos from his Instagram handle and restricted the comment section on the one remaining post. Minister John Enoh has strongly condemned the mistreatment endured by Iwobi, showing solidarity with the Fulham player during this challenging time.

 

February 13, 2024 Jayjay Okocha And Others Offer Support To Alex Iwobi Amid Cyberbullying

Jayjay Okocha And Others Offer Support To Alex Iwobi Amid Cyberbullying

Football legend JayJay Okocha, along with other prominent figures, including Nigerian celebrities, has rallied in support of his nephew, Alex Iwobi, amidst a wave of cyberbullying following Nigeria's defeat to Cote d'Ivoire in the African Cup of Nations final match.

On Tuesday, Okocha penned a heartfelt message to his Instagram page: "I pray for my country, Nigeria, and those who can only see hate and find fault in others. When our efforts seem futile, let us remember to treat others with kindness, for all we have in this life is each other."

He continued, "We love you, #alexanderiwobi, and we will persevere despite the negativity. The Lord is always good, and we trust His will for our lives. Amen."

Okocha's words echo the sentiment shared by many in a show of solidarity, emphasizing the importance of unity and resilience in the face of adversity. As cyberbullying continues to plague social media platforms, it is heartening to see influential figures like Okocha using their platforms to spread messages of love and support.

Let us stand together with Alex Iwobi and all those who face online harassment, remembering that kindness and compassion can triumph over hate. Together, we can create a safer and more inclusive online community.

February 12, 2024 AFCON 2023: Iwobi Deletes All Pictures On Instagram Account Amid Criticisms

AFCON 2023: Iwobi Deletes All Pictures On Instagram Account Amid Criticisms

Alex Iwobi, the Super Eagles midfielder, has cleared his official Instagram page of all photos.

A check by Inspiration FM on Monday afternoon confirmed that only one video remains on the account, which was shared ten weeks ago, with the comment section remaining locked. Iwobi faced criticism along with other players following Nigeria's 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday.

The Fulham midfielder played for 79 minutes in the match, during which the Eagles failed to secure their fourth AFCON championship. Iwobi was substituted for Alhassan Yusuf in the final 10 minutes of the game.

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