Nigeria on Friday, September 1 outclassed African champions Cameroon in a 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Uyo.

Buhari who is in his hometown of Daura in Katsina State celebrate to the ongoing Eid-el-Kabir released a statement on his Twitter hailing the display of Nigeria’s senior national team.

“I join millions of football-loving Nigerians in applauding our Super Eagles for their skilful and entertaining display against Cameroon,” Buhari wrote on Twitter.

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“Congratulations, Super Eagles, on the impressive win. We are looking forward to you sustaining the momentum in the return leg.

“Football, like the is a powerful unifying platform for us as a nation. Today's victory is for all Nigerians, at home & in the Diaspora.”

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Buhari also included a statement of commendation for Akwa Ibom State Governor Udom Emmanuel who hosted the game at the teams.

Nigeria’s Senate President Bukola Saraki also released a statement through his office Twitter account.

“The @SPNigeria congratulates our #SuperEagles for their dominant performance in tonight's World Cup qualifiers!” Sarai said.

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With that victory, the Super Eagles of Nigeria are on the verge of qualifying for their sixth FIFA World Cup tournament.

They top Group B of the African qualification with nine points while Cameroon remain second with two points before Zambia host Algeria in the other game.