The President also praised Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and commended Rivers United\u2019s efforts and conduct.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nTinubu pointed to Rangers\u2019 influence on Nigerian football during the 1970s and 1980s, referencing the club\u2019s performances across Africa, including reaching the final of the African Cup of Champion Clubs in 1975.<\/p>\n
He also recalled that Rangers went on to lift the African Cup Winners\u2019 Cup in 1977, underlining the depth of the club\u2019s continental pedigree.<\/p>\n
Tributes beyond the pitch<\/h3>\n
The President further credited Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah for backing youth and sports development, saying the title-winning campaign mirrors the value of that approach.<\/p>\n
\u201cI must also congratulate Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State on the victory of Rangers International FC. This victory is an obvious fruit of his administration\u2019s investments in youth and sports in the state. I commend him,\u201d Tinubu said.<\/p>\n
He added that Rangers, among Nigeria\u2019s oldest clubs, has produced a number of players who have brought recognition to the country on the world stage.<\/p>\n
Tinubu then turned his attention to Rivers United, applauding the team for its strong run throughout the season and for maintaining sportsmanship during the campaign.<\/p>\n
Finally, the President expressed his hopes for both clubs as they prepare to represent Nigeria in next season\u2019s CAF Champions League.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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