President Bola Tinubu is asking Nigerian athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics to remain worthy ambassadors of the country, wishing them well in the competition.
Tinubu’s goodwill message came in a Friday statement by his spokesman Ajuri Ngelale. Eighty-eight Nigerian athletes, made up of 63 women and 25 men, will represent Nigeria in 12 sports at the Paris Olympics.
“The President assures these bold and courageous ambassadors representing the country of his full support and that of over 200 million Nigerians back home, praying and cheering for their success,” Ajuri said.
“On behalf of all Nigerians, President Bola Tinubu sends his best wishes to Team Nigeria at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games,” the statement added.
He said, “As the Games officially opens on Friday, July 26, with the ‘Parade of Nations’, President Tinubu looks forward to watching the nation’s flagbearer, Ms.Tobi Amusan, the current world record holder in the 100 metres hurdles, and other athletes compete with honour and dedication on the international stage.
“The President enjoins the athletes to exhibit the resilience, courage, respect, self-control, and good sportsmanship that Nigerians are known for.
“President Tinubu urges the coaching crew, support staff, and Nigerian spectators who will be watching the Games in Paris to remain worthy ambassadors of the country.”