Oboabona's family celebrates Eagles' victory in Akure

Started by Folami David, Feb 12, 2013, 04:34 PM

Folami David

Family members of Super Eagles' defender, Godfrey Oboabona, were in joyous mood in their Akure home on Sunday night, following Nigeria's third Afcon victory, after 19 years.
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Jonathan Oboabona, father of the Sunshine Stars' defender, congratulated coach Stephen Keshi for winning the trophy, while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) shortly after the game.
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'' We're celebrating the Eagles' victory here because God has been with us since the start of the competition ''.
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'' In fact, I don't know what to say again, but i'm grateful to God, Nigerians, the Super Eagles coach and in particular, the management of Sunshine Stars FC, for giving my son, Godfrey, the opportunity to showcase his talent ''.

Shola Sholaz

It is something Nigeria as a whole will keep celebrating till next two years. It came as a huge surprise