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Super Eagles Shun Nigeria We Hail Thee, Recites Old Anthem In Benin
The Super Eagles of Nigeria on Monday in an ongoing clash against Benin Republic in the fourth round of the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers, recited the ‘Arise O Compatriot’ anthem as opposed to the newly signed ‘Nigeria We Hail Thee’.
Tracknews.ng reporter, reported that the players sang the ‘old anthem’ at the beginning of the match.
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President Bola Tinubu on May 29, signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law.
The bill reinstated the old anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.”
“Arise O Compatriots.” The bill was rapidly cleared by both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
Meanwhile, Head coach Finidi George, ahead of the match named Terem Moffi and Ademola Lookman to spearhead the attack, while Victor Boniface has been placed on the bench.
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