Midfield enforcer Wilfred Ndidi has been appointed the new captain of the Super Eagles, taking over the leadership of Nigeria’s senior national team ahead of the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) scheduled to hold in Morocco.
The appointment was confirmed by team officials, who cited Ndidi’s experience, professionalism, and leadership qualities as key factors behind the decision. The Leicester City star is expected to lead the Super Eagles both on and off the pitch as the team prepares for the continental showpiece.
Ndidi, who has been a regular fixture in the national team for years, has earned over 50 caps for Nigeria and is widely respected for his discipline, work rate, and consistency in midfield. His calm presence and tactical intelligence have made him a natural leader within the squad.
Reacting to the appointment, Ndidi expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him, describing the captaincy as a huge honour and responsibility.
“Leading the Super Eagles is a privilege. I am ready to give my best and work with my teammates to make Nigerians proud at AFCON,” he said.
Coaching staff believe Ndidi’s leadership will help unify the team as preparations intensify for the tournament, where Nigeria will be aiming to add a fourth AFCON title to its history.
The Super Eagles are expected to commence full preparations in the coming months, with friendly matches lined up to fine-tune the squad ahead of the competition in Morocco.
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