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AFCON: Peter Obi, Reno Omokri, Others React As Nigeria Losses To Morocco
Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, and former presidential aide Reno Omokri have praised the Super Eagles for their performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, despite Nigeria’s semi-final loss to Morocco.
The Super Eagles were eliminated after losing 4–2 on penalties to the host nation, following a goalless draw in regulation and extra time on Wednesday.
Peter Obi took to X on Thursday to commend the players for their determination and urged them to stay focused ahead of the third-place match.
He wrote, “Dearest gallant Super Eagles, it was a battle well fought, and heads were not bowed.
“Thank you for a beautiful 120 minutes of incredible play. You showed your strength and prowess against all odds.
“The journey is not over. You have made the nation proud. Keep your heads high, the Eagle never stops soaring. There is another stage, let’s go get that medal. You have done well.”
Reno Omokri also praised the team on X, saying they deserved recognition for their effort against a strong host side.
He added that the context of the match made their performance even more impressive.
“It was not for want of trying that the Super Eagles lost to Morocco. I am super proud of their effort today, as all Nigerians should be. Great teamwork.
“It is worth stating that they played against a home squad that has never lost a home game in sixteen years. Yet, with all that pressure, they still gave it their best measure. Well done, Super Eagles!” he said.
Nigeria will take on Egypt in the third-place match on Saturday at 5 p.m., while Senegal, who beat Egypt 1–0 in the other semi-final, will face Morocco in Sunday’s final.
Meanwhile, many Nigerians have shared their reactions on social media following the Super Eagles’ semi-final exit.
See some reactions below:
Dearest gallant Super Eagles, it was a battle well fought and heads were not bowed.
Thank you for a beautiful 120 minutes of incredible play. You showed your strength and prowess against all odds.
The journey is not over. You have made the nation proud. Keep your heads high,… pic.twitter.com/fRj8qQTHfR
— Peter Obi (@PeterObi) January 14, 2026
It was not for want of trying that the Super Eagles lost to Morocco. I am super proud of their effort today. Great teamwork. It is worth stating that they played against a home squad that has never lost a home game in sixteen years. Yet, with all that pressure, they still gave it… pic.twitter.com/TR7Lkh4pCs
— Reno Omokri (@renoomokri) January 14, 2026
It ends here….but we are Proud of the Super Eagles regardless 💪
— Yinka Ogunnubi (@yinkanubi) January 14, 2026
Nigeria holds the record for the most AFCON semi-final appearances. The Super Eagles reached the semi-finals 17 times, & failed to reach the finals on 9 occasions: 1976, 1978, 1992, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2010, 2019 & 2026.
— NEFERTITI (@firstladyship) January 14, 2026
OK I'm done. This ref is clearly corrupt. This is not how to win and I do not respect Morocco.
They can win 5-0 if they like. They're still a bullshit team and I don't respect them one bit.
Utter rubbish.
— David Hundeyin (@DavidHundeyin) January 14, 2026
The big question here is when will this whole @CAF_Online compensation to Morocco end. Awards , tournaments n all……it’s getting boring now. We need other countries to step up. Everything concerning African football happens in Morocco , feels like that’s the new HQ 🤨
— ASISAT O.O.N (@AsisatOshoala) January 14, 2026
Morocco didn’t get a single yellow card by the way for all those dangerous fouls.
The referee is such a huge joke💔— SERAH IBRAHIM (@TheSerahIbrahim) January 15, 2026
The Super Eagles of Nigeria gave everything against Morocco, it’s never easy playing in such an atmosphere! Kudos to the team for a brilliant competition, and kudos to Éric Chelle for an excellent tournament. The boys gave it their all, but it wasn’t meant to be. Up Nigeria 🇳🇬 🙏
— Mr Bayo (@mrbayoa1) January 14, 2026
Yet again, Nwabali did his part; he saved Morocco’s second PK. All that we needed to do was to keep scoring, but the players let him down as they did against DRC.
A very dependable goalkeeper with small small spark.
— Man of Letters. (@Letter_to_Jack) January 14, 2026
Éric Chelle is a tactically brilliant coach, he understands the assignment perfectly. If we attack this Morocco team like headless chickens, they’ll overwhelm the Super Eagles. Keep pushing, Super Eagles, we can do it 🙏.
— Mr Bayo (@mrbayoa1) January 14, 2026
I NEED YOU GUYS TO KNOW THE DEPTH OF THIS CHEATING
ALL THE FOULS MOROCCO HAVE MADE
NOT A SINGLE YELLOW CARD
APPALING
— INDUSTRY MACHINE ⚙️ (@Odumodublvck_) January 14, 2026
KanyiDaily recalls that Abdul Samad Rabiu, the chairman of BUA Group, said he will still give $500,000 to Super Eagles, even after their loss to Morocco in the AFCON semi-final.
