Nigerians applaud Nike as new Super Eagles jersey inspired by ‘traditional agbada’ is unveiled (photos)

Nike has produced another master class with the new Super Eagles jerseys for 2020.

The sportswear giants unveiled the new Super Eagles jerseys in New
York on Wednesday evening, and the home jersey has got everyone
talking.

Taking to Twitter, the Senior Director, Global Communications for
Nike, Heidi Burgett posted the new jerseys on his verified page and
revealed that the home jersey was inspired by traditional agbada while
the away was inspired by Onaism

He wrote: ‘New 2020 kits for Nigeria: Home kit’s hand-drawn design
fuses the traditional aesthetic of an agbada robe w/ modern football
design. Away kit trim is inspired by Onaism. Broader collection of Super
Eagles apparel includes a poncho, vest, dress, & more.’

The previous jerseys also got global attention when they were
unveiled in February 2018, and they were voted as the best kit at the
2018 World Cup in Russia.

See how Nigerians are reacting below.