Super Eagles captain shows off OON as his teammates get MON.
Ahmed Musa, the captain of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, received an Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) award.
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Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa celebrates Nigeria's AFCON journey.
Before becoming an Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), Musa was a Member of the Order of the Niger (MON).
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Musa on OON award
One of the most well-liked players on the current Super Eagles team, Musa celebrated his most recent accomplishment on social media.
He said, "Feeling incredibly honored and grateful to announce that I have been conferred as the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) by the President of Nigeria! 🇳🇬🎖️
"This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support of my amazing family, dedicated fans, supporters, and my incredible teammates from the Super Eagles of Nigeria! ⚽🦅
"To my teammates, thank you for your dedication, teamwork, and friendship. 🙏❤️ Together, we’ve achieved great things, and I’m proud to share this moment with each and every one of you!
"To the entire nation, thank you for believing in us and for your endless support! 🌟 Your encouragement fuels our passion on and off the field.
"Let’s continue to soar to greater heights together! 💪🚀 #OON #Gratitude #Honored #Nigeria #Family #Fans #Supporters #Teammates #SuperEagles #ThankYou #Blessed #AchievementUnlocked 🎉
The statement by Musa comes after Musa celebrated the Super Eagles Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) journey.
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