The President of the Senate Bukola Saraki has motivated Super Eagles team heading to Russia by splashing $50,000 on them.
Saraki with Super Eagles players
The presiding officer of the country’s senate has boosted Gernot Rohr’s men with cash gift ahead of their clash with the Three Lions.
Bukola Saraki splashed the sum of fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) on the Super Eagles ahead of their clash with England, according to a report by Goal.com.
The Super Eagles will contest in a friendly game with the Three Lions on Saturday after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Congo DR on Monday.
In a mini event held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja on Tuesday evening, the country’s top lawmaker lauded the team for their sense of commitment while urging them to soar high in Russia.
“I have been following the performances and general behaviour of this squad. I must confess that I am very impressed,” said Saraki.
“We no longer have schisms and different camps in the same camp, and you sacrifice a lot for the country without demanding so much before you go to battle.
“From the captain, Mikel Obi to the newest member of the squad, I assure you of the love of the entire country and the well-wishes of every Nigerian as you go to the Fifa World Cup and in fact, in all your endeavours.”
Aside the windfall, senator Saraki also pledged an undisclosed package for the team when the competition gets underway in Russia.