Yemi Alade prays for Super Eagles ahead of AFCON finals

As the nation eagerly awaits the African Cup of Nations finals showdown between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and Ivory Coast today, Sunday, February 11, 2024, Afrobeat sensation, Yemi Alade has offered her prayers for the Nigerian team.

Having graced the opening ceremony of the 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire), Yemi Alade took to social media on Saturday, February 10, 2024, to express her support for the Super Eagles.

However, her message came with a cautious note, as she warned against any potential "bad luck handshake" that could affect the team's performance.

In her statement, Yemi Alade urged individuals to refrain from bringing any negative energy or bad luck by shaking hands with the Super Eagles before their crucial match.

In her post, she wrote, “Make some people no carry their badluck go dey do handshake before our eagles play o.”

While her message was met with speculation regarding an unidentified target, Yemi Alade's prayers for the success of the Super Eagles resonated with fans across the country.

Make some people no carry their badluck go dey do handshake before our eagles play o .

— ✊🏾 yemialade (@yemialadee) February 10, 2024