You Have Made Our Nation Proud, Governor Yahaya Bello Hails Sensational Tobi Amusan
Governor Yahaya Bello has congratulated Tobi Amusan for winning the Women’s 100m hurdle gold
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According to him, the track superstar through her excellent display had united the Nation, bringing joy and excitement
He noted that Amusan’s triumph would be an unforgettable memory and her tears of joy, represented hope, belief and faith
In what Nigerians will describe as a nice move, Governor Yahaya Bello has congratulated Tobi Amusan.
The Kogi state governor congratulated him for winning the Women’s 100m hurdle gold for Nigeria at the World Athletics Championship 2022 and also setting a New World Record in the category noting that she has made the nation proud.
This was disclosed by the governor in a press statement signed on Monday by his Chief Press Secretary, Muhammed Onogwu and made available to Legit.ng.
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Bello added that the track superstar through her excellent display had united the Nation, bringing joy and excitement, while our national anthem was brought to the limelight on an international podium.
Going further, he noted that Amusan’s triumph would be an unforgettable memory and her tears of joy, represented hope, belief and faith in oneself and one’s nation despite facing daunting challenges both individually and as a nation.
Bello also called for the need to further encourage the Nation’s sporting heroes, across all levels who not only adorn our colours at every competitive stage but also go through several hurdles, rigorous training and challenges to ensure that the nation’s flag is raised in pride and honour.
He expressed that Tobi Amusan stands tall as a motivation to many young Nigerians, to believe in themselves, pursue their God-given purpose, work hard, render their good service to their nation and have their names written in gold.
‘Golden Girl’: President Buhari reacts as Tobi Amusan wins 100m hurdles gold
In another development, President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Tobi Amusan for winning the women’s 100m hurdles gold for Nigeria at the World Athletics Championships 2022, Daily Trust reports.
In a statement issued on Monday, July 25, by his spokesman, Femi Adesina, Buhari saluted the track superstar for setting a new world record in the semifinals of the athletic event and becoming the first Nigerian to win a World Championship.
The president joined 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.
Source: Legit.ng
