10 Nigerian Songs to Celebrate the Super Eagles’ Success in the 2024 AFCON

The Super Eagles are soaring high in the ongoing 2024 Africa Cup of Nations, and Nigerian fans have found a unique way to celebrate their success – through music.

From uplifting gyration tunes to anthems that celebrate past victories, here are 10 Nigerian songs that fans are using to rally behind the Super Eagles in their quest for AFCON glory.

Austino Milado’s classic gyration anthem, popular in the early 2000s, remains a staple among Nigerian supporters. The song pays homage to key players of past tournaments and is still a favorite among fans.

After securing their spot in the 2018 World Cup, Naira Marley, Olamide, and Lil Kesh collaborated on the hit track ‘Issa Goal,’ which has become the unofficial soundtrack for every goal the Super Eagles score.

To celebrate the recent victory against South Africa, fans are grooving to Small Doctor‘s ‘Penalty,’ a track that perfectly captures the spirit of the nail-biting penalty shootout triumph.

For the 2010 World Cup, Guinness commissioned a theme song titled ‘Power of Naija’ performed by 2baba and Omawunmi, produced by Cobhams Asuquo. The song embodies the essence of Nigerian greatness in sports.

Banky W and M.I Abaga teamed up for a powerful rendition of K’naan’s ‘Waving Flag’ ahead of the 2010 World Cup, inspiring the Super Eagles and fans alike.

Flavour‘s ‘Big Baller’ is another energetic track that resonates with Nigerian football performances, especially in the context of the Super Eagles’ AFCON campaign.

Kizz Daniel‘s mega-hit ‘Buga’ had the continent dancing in 2022, making it a fitting song to celebrate the team’s success at the tournament.

The recent victory against South Africa not only secured the Super Eagles a spot in the final but also established Nigeria’s dominance in the Amapiano genre. Asake and Olamide’s ‘Amapiano’ now resonates with fans as an anthem of triumph.

Lagbaja’s evergreen hit ‘Konkon Below’ continues to set the mood for celebratory moments, including the Super Eagles’ stellar performance at the ongoing AFCON.

Looking forward, the NFF released a tournament-themed song by Majeeed to motivate the team towards clinching their 4th AFCON title, keeping the fans’ spirits high.