To fly the national flag of any country is a sign of pride and patriotism. It a positive affirmation of loyalty and commitment. It marks out a country that has confidence in itself, and is comfortable with its place in the world, its history and its future.
This was sadly not the case for Nigeria as the organizers of the opening ceremony of the world cup deprived Nigeria of this significance. Instead of Nigeria's flag, an image of Niger's flag was projected to the entire world during the ceremony.
Investigations are presently ongoing as to reason for this wrong display of flag especially when Niger did not even qualify for the world cup.
Nigeria is currently ranked No. 44 in FIFA rankings while Niger is ranked No. 112
Investigations are presently ongoing as to reason for this wrong display of flag especially when Niger did not even qualify for the world cup.
Nigeria is currently ranked No. 44 in FIFA rankings while Niger is ranked No. 112
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