The Nigerian national team arrives home to a hero welcome after wining the African cup 1-0 versus burkina faso.

The news of his resignation came like the thunderbolt and trust the Nigerian soccer-crazy population, it was a bad omen. But they can now relish breathe of fresh air as Stephen Keshi has rescinded his decision to throw in the towel. The Super Eagles coach had resigned barely one day after leading the country to a glorious outing at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in South Africa. In a statement issued in Abuja today, Mr. Keshi ended speculations regarding his status saying that his initial complaints have been treated by Bolaji Abdullahi, Nigeria's Sports minister. The press statement obtained by The Neighbourhood signed by the coach states as follows: PRESS STATEMENT My attention has been drawn to reports in the media that I have resigned my appointment as the Head Coach of Super Eagles of Nigeria. While I have had cause to express my displeasure over some issues that happened in the course of our participation in the AFCON 2013, which my team won by the grace of God, especially concerning my relationship with the Nigerian Football Federation, I have since had opportunity to discuss the various issues with all concerned. I am therefore pleased to say that I have reconsidered my position and have decided to continue with my job. I want to thank the Honourable Minister of Sports, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, for his swift and kind intervention. SIGNED Stephen Okechukwu Keshi     -theneighbourhoodng.com