‘Awa Lokan’ — Tinubu Tells Super Eagles Of Nigeria Ahead Of 2023 AFCON Final [VIDEO]

President Bola Tinubu has lauded the victory of the Super Eagles in their semi-finals at the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament.

“Awa Lokan,” a Yoruba expression meaning “it is our turn,” gained prominence under President Tinubu's campaign in 2023.

Tinubu began the statement with “Emi Lokan,” indicating that, having supported former President Muhammadu Buhari to win two terms as president, it is now his turn to lead Nigeria.

The former governor of Lagos State was declared the winner of the presidential election following a fierce campaign.

Hence, the president wants the Super Eagles of Nigeria to take the 2023 edition of the AFCON as their turn to win the tournament, as they last won it 13 years ago.

Remember that they were coached by the late Stephen Keshi and won the competition in South Africa last time around in 2013? They haven't advanced to the final since, unless it's this current edition.

The Super Eagles advanced to the championship game after finishing second in Group A with two victories—one over the Ivory Coast hosts, and one draw. They proceeded to the final, defeating Angola, South Africa, and Cameroon.

Read: AFCON 2023: Super Eagles Defeat South Africa's Bafana Bafana To Advance To The Finals

Remarkably, the Super Eagles will play Ivory Coast once more in the championship game on Sunday, February 11 at 9 p.m.

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“Congratulations once again on the attainment of victory just last night. It was a moment of joy for every one of us united as a nation and very hopeful that it's our turn for the trophy, Awa Lokan,” President Tinubu said.