AFCON Unites Nigerians Breaks Ethnicity, Religious Barriers

A renowned Economist and Legal Practitioner, Dr. Gbenga Adeoye has described his observation during the yesterday African Cup of Nation between Nigeria and South Africa.

The Egba born technocrat said that most of the busy roads in Abuja were deserted as a result of the match, not that alone, people of various ethnic affiliations buried their differences and sing the song of solidarity and victory in unity.

In a statement released through his media and publicity office, Dr. Adeoye said that those dividing the nation using religion, political or ethnicity should desist or face the wrath of God.

Speaking on what earned the team the outstanding victory against South, he said that despite the ethnic colouration of violence and kidnapping, he strongly believed that no tribe is totally bad.

Reacting to the atmosphere in the country on February 7, 2024, Adeoye said that Nigerians if united can withstand any challenge either kidnapping, terrorism or political victimization by the ruling class.

He clearly mentioned the patriotic stand of the Nigerians in the Diaspora "No wonder our people in diaspora despite holding UK, US Or Canadian Passport still follow everything in Nigeria from politics to health care and security".

"Most people that rushed around and shouted with joy didn't do so because they are addicted football fans, they are not Manchester United or Chelsea Fans, but purely lovers of this great country.

Adeoye said that patriotism is like an addiction irrespective of ethnicity, religion or political leanings, even those who had Japa, the feeling is the same.

"Most times when I feature on Sunrise Daily at Channels to discuss Economy, Tax or Fiscal Policies; they seem to be more interested outside Nigeria.

Stating how much her wife got entangled with the game, the Legal luminary said the wife forgot to restock the supermarket and the fact that inflation has wiped off more than 50% of working capital, the focus of her wife on 7th February is how Nigeria will win. "She even told me seriously to start praying and use my faith for Super Eagles, what a way to love one's dear country".

He said that his wife refused to put on the Television set in her office to avoid High Blood Pressure, "as she listens to people that converge around us, if they are too quiet; then it is because they are sad that we are losing but if they shout for joy, then we are winning. She will send one staff or call intercom to ask about the match".

The Chartered account believed that Nigeria will become great again, if we all join hands to address our challenges and those in Government become humble to listen to those outside and of course become flexible with our policies by adjusting or eliminating any policy  that is counterproductive ined hands to pray.