The Federal Government has applauded the Nigeria’s Men’s Deaf Football Team, also known as the “Deaf Eagles” for representing the country at the just concluded 4th Edition of the World Deaf Football Championships held in
Malaysia.
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, gave the commendation when he received the athletes shortly after their return into the country from the tournament, which held from September 23rd to October 7, 2023
He stated that the Team deserves commendation from all Nigerians, not only for hoisting the Nigerian flag for the first time in four editions of the Tournament but also for clinching the 11th position in the world ranking for the game, even though it was its debut participation after three previous editions.
