President Bola Tinubu has extended his best wishes to Team Nigeria, comprising 88 athletes competing in 12 disciplines, as the 2024 Paris Olympic Games officially kick off on Friday.
In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu expressed his full support for the athletes, assuring them that over 200 million Nigerians are behind them, praying and cheering them on.
The President shared his excitement at seeing Nigeria’s flagbearer, Tobi Amusan, the current world record holder in the 100-meter hurdles, along with other athletes, compete with honor and determination on the global stage.
Tinubu encouraged the athletes to demonstrate the qualities of resilience, courage, respect, self-control, and excellent sportsmanship for which Nigeria is known.
The statement stated, “On behalf of all Nigerians, President Bola Tinubu extends his best wishes to Team Nigeria at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.”
“A total of 88 Team Nigeria athletes, including 63 women and 25 men, are proudly flying Nigeria’s flag 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.
“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.”
The 2024 Paris Olympic Games, officially began from July 26 and will end August 11.
