Kabiru Amadu Urges Focus As Super Eagles March Into AFCON Quarterfinals

Kabiru Amadu Urges Focus As Super Eagles March Into AFCON Quarterfinals

By Niyi Busari 

The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, has urged the Super Eagles to remain focused and avoid complacency as they prepare for their quarterfinal match at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Hon. Amadu’s remarks followed Nigeria’s emphatic 4–0 victory over Mozambique in Monday night’s Round of 16 encounter. The Super Eagles produced a dominant display, with Victor Osimhen scoring twice, while Man of the Match Ademola Lookman contributed a goal and two assists. Akor Adams completed the rout with Nigeria’s fourth goal.

While commending the players and technical crew for their performance, the lawmaker, who represents the Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency, praised the team’s attacking depth and collective strength but cautioned that the ultimate objective has not yet been achieved.

“The Super Eagles players and the technical crew deserve commendation for their display in the second-round match against Mozambique,” Amadu said. 

“The team is well composed, and the quality in the squad means goals can come from any department of the team, which makes it difficult for opponents to contain Nigeria.”

However, he stressed the importance of maintaining focus as the tournament enters its decisive stages.

“The job is not done yet. The team still has three matches to win before lifting the trophy. They must remain disciplined and avoid being carried away by the victory,” he added.

Hon. Amadu also reaffirmed the support of the National Assembly and the Federal Government for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), the players, and team officials as the Super Eagles continue their quest for continental glory.