Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed disappointment over the Super Eagles’ failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, urging former team captain Joseph Yobo to convey Nigerians’ frustration to the players.
Wike spoke on Wednesday during the official inauguration of the Kuje-Gwagwalada Road in Abuja, where Yobo was among dignitaries in attendance.
The minister said many Nigerians remained unhappy that the country missed out on the ongoing expanded 48-team World Cup, while countries with less football pedigree secured qualification.
“But before I leave, we have congratulated one of our stars, Joseph Yobo. But let me use this medium through you to tell the Super Eagles we are not happy.
“So if nobody tells you that, because there are some people clapping for you,” Wike said.
Wike said he found it painful watching the World Cup without Nigeria’s participation despite the abundance of Nigerian players
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