“Millions of Nigerians are in tears of Joy. Thank you for everything”
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has joined millions of Nigerians celebrating sensational track queen, Tobi Amusa, for winning the women’s 100m hurdles gold for Nigeria at the World Athletics Championship 2022, setting a new world record in the semifinals of the athletic event and becoming the first Nigerian to win a World Championship.
The obviously elated President, who conveyed his sentiments through presidential spokesman, Femi Adisina in a statement on Monday, said it was it was a great thing of joy to hear the Nigerian national anthem being played on the world stage, through her feat, adding that it would remain an “unforgettable” memory.
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The statement, read: “President joins millions of Nigerians in celebrating this outstanding feat by a compatriot and two-time African Games champion, who in one night stunned the athletics world with her superlative and stellar performance.
“The President thanked the track superstar for making the Nigerian national anthem resonate again from the international podium, leaving the nation with the excitement and unforgettable memories of tears of joy and triumph; hope and victory; incredulity and belief.”
Stressing that legendary career and achievements of the golden girl will continue to inspire the upcoming generations of Nigerian athletes to achieve spectacular success, the President, also commended Ese Brume for representing Nigeria with honour and pride, winning silver medal in the Women’s long jump event, lauding Team Nigeria for displaying courage, integrity and good sportsmanship at the world stage, proving that with hard work and determination, success is achievable.
