Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Nigerian-born American football defensive tackle Moro Ojomo for his Super Bowl LIX victory with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Ojomo and the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Ojomo’s family moved to California in 2009. He proudly held up the Nigerian flag after the win. This Super Bowl championship is Ojomo’s first, capping off a remarkable rookie season.
“Congratulations to Morotoluwa Ojomo, @MoroOjomo, a proud Lagos-born talent, for becoming a Super Bowl Champion with the Philadelphia Eagles! Your journey from Lagos to the NFL exemplifies resilience, determination, and unmatched talent,” Sanwo-Olu wrote on his X account.
“You’ve made Lagos and Nigeria proud on the global stage. As you continue to shine on and off the field, know that Lagos stands proudly with you. Your achievements inspire countless others, proving that Lagosians’ potential is limitless. Here’s to even greater victories ahead. #SuperBowlLIX”
The Eagles’ victory secured their fifth NFL title and served as sweet revenge for their Super Bowl LVII loss to the Chiefs. Ojomo contributed two total tackles, playing a vital role in shutting down Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs offense for over three quarters.
Taking to Instagram after the game, Ojomo proudly displayed the Nigerian flag with a message that read, “Best in the world.”
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