Football administrators and stakeholders have expressed optimism about Nigeria’s chances following the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations draw on Monday night, describing the group as favourable but urging caution against complacency.

The Super Eagles were placed in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania.

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, described the draw as fair, expressing optimism about the Super Eagles’ ability to qualify from the group.

“We will do everything possible to ensure that the Super Eagles are well-prepared for the tournament. We are confident that they will make Nigeria proud.”

Similarly, Federal Capital Territory Football Association chairman, Adam Mouktar Mohammed, welcomed the draw but warned the Super Eagles against underrating their opponents.

“Definitely it does look like a favourable group for the Super Eagles going by the names of the countries in our group. But we know from experience never to under rate any team. We must do our proper pre match preparations to the fullest and approach each game seriously like we did in the last Afcon to reach the finals.

“We have to ensure all our best in-form players are together and in shape, mentally and physically. Motivate and psych them to believe and have the hunger and fighting spirit.

“We have a new coach so it is critical he starts well and build his relationship with players, fans, Federation. We can definitely top the group going by our quality but we must earn it,” he said.

Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, also shared his thoughts, cautioning the Super Eagles against overconfidence.

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