The wife of Nigeria’s president, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has showered praises on the Super Falcons of Nigeria despite the disappointing loss to England.
Oluremi noted that the match was not easy for England noting that Nigeria played well.
She said: “I want to say that they played very well and we are proud of them. We gave England a run for their money and so we will be waiting to receive them.
“The match wasn’t easy for England. It was like a bonus to them and they really played fine soccer.”
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State also congratulated the Falcons for their outstanding performance against England.
He urged the to be strong and wished them the best of luck for success in the days ahead.