2013 AFCON:Super Eagles victory should ignite unity,patrotism-Gov.Yero

Details: Written by Abdullateef Abubakar Jos

He said the victory should serve as a pedestal for unity, sacrifice and mutual coexistence

among Nigerians.

The governor pledged to invest in the sports sector, to further consolidate government

efforts in the search for peace and unity in the state.

Residents of Kaduna had gone into wild celebrations at the end of the match, with

hundreds of youths trooping to the streets, chanting victory songs and the Nigeria's

national anthem.

Reports from Zaria indicated that football fans and other residents also celebrated the

Super Eagles victory.

A resident, Musa Dogara, described the victory as historic and memorable, adding:``we

are happy to be associated with the Super Eagles, we are proud of them''.

In Kafanchan, youths were also on the streets, in celebration.

Samuel Ona, a student, said:``I hope our victory will bind us together''.

Another fan, Sani Uba, said the Federal Government should motivate the team so as to

enable it to remain committed in future competitions.

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