Benjamin Tanimu canβt hide his excitement after making his debut for the Super Eagles against the Black Stars of Ghana on Friday.
Tanimu was named in the starting line-up in Nigeriaβs 2-1 friendly win against Otto Addoβs men.
The Ihefu SC defender paired Semi Ajayi and Chidozie Awaziem in central defence.
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The 21-year-old was in action for 71 minutes before he was replaced by Ademola Lookman.
Tanimu took to the social media to celebrate his maiden appearance for the three-time African champions.
βMy joy knows no bounds today. The debut came and I thank God for the Grace to play my part in the little way I could. Thanks to the coaching crew, the entire backroom staff and the senior players for the warm reception into the team,β defender posted on his X page.
βThanks to my wonderful fans across the world, the lovely Nigerians who have expressed their love and have given me their support all years. To the ever-articulating Nigerian Media, I hail you for your good works and I love you all. Letβs keep supporting the Eagles with our respective wings. This for me, is a dream come true.β