AFCON trophy in Nigeria
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) trophy was paraded across Lagos on Wednesday.
The trophy tour organised by TotalEnergies Nigeria kicked off in Lagos amid fanfare and music.
The tour began at the Eko Tower 2, Victoria Island, with a short stop at the TotalEnergies Onigbagbo filling station in Maryland before terminating at Marcellina’s Place in Ikeja GRA.
The AFCON trophy attracted crowds of football lovers who admired it and took pictures with it.
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Abdullahi Umar, general manager of retail and cards at TotalEnergies Nigeria, said the trophy tour commenced in Lagos because Nigeria “pulses with the rhythm of the beautiful game”.
He added that the tour will be held in four other African countries, including South Africa, Angola, Côte d’Ivoire and Morocco, the hosts of the next AFCON.
“Nigeria holds a special place in African football history. From legendary players to unforgettable moments on the pitch, this country has consistently shaped the narrative of the sport across the continent. That’s why we chose to begin this journey here, where football is not just a sport, but a way of life,” he said.
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“From Lagos, the Trophy Tour will travel across Africa, building anticipation and excitement ahead of the tournament in Morocco. It will touch lives, spark conversations, and remind us of all the magic that football brings.”
On his part, Samba Seye, the managing director of TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Limited, praised football as a unifying force in Nigeria and across Africa.
Seye, a Senegalese, then added that he hopes the Super Eagles of Nigeria win the next AFCON.
“We are delighted to hold the first stage of the tour in Lagos. Being the partner of African football is a great source of pride,” he said.
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The 2025 AFCON will be held in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026.
The Super Eagles are drawn in Group C against Tunisia, Tanzania and Uganda.
Nigeria will be hoping to go one better than its second-place finish at the last AFCON in Cote d’Ivoire.
More pictures from the AFCON trophy tour below:
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