“Let’s Go Nigeria”: Zlatan Ibile Turns Pastor, Goes Spiritual Ahead of Super Eagles' Semi-final Game

• Zlatan Ibile has thrown his weight behind the Super Eagles ahead of the AFCON semi-final taking place on Wednesday
• In a clip he shared on social media, the singer was busy invoking God as the Super Eagles lined up to play for the semi-final
• He held a large Bible and a vial of anointing oil in his hands as he consecrated each of the players just before the commencement of the match

Nigerian singer Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, professionally known as Zlatan Ibile, has shown that he is truly a sports enthusiast apart from his love for music.

Legit.ng earlier reported how Nigeria won the semi-final victory against South-Africa.

The national team secured victory through penalties and advanced to the finals of the tournament in Cote d'Ivoire.

Prior to the game, Zlatan Ibile was seen in a video going spiritual. As the players lined up on the field, the singer stood in front of his television to anoint them.

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Zlatan Ibile carries a big Bible

In the recording, the singer, who flaunted his football skills a few months ago, held a very big Bible and a small bottle of anointing oil in his hand.

He wrote in the caption of his post "Let's go Nigeria".

Zlatan Ibile prays for Super Eagles

The 'Account balance' crooner was also seen praying seriously for the Super Eagles while the match was ongoing.

He wore a green T-shirt to show solidarity with the national team.

See the video here:

How fans reacted to Zlatan Ibile's post

Reactions have trailed he post made by the singer. Here are some of the comments below:

@ms_dsf:

" Amin o."

@odumodublvck:

"I too love you."

@papaya_ex:

"Mood right now."

@jeffbankz:

"Needed ."

@brodashaggi:

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" Adura ti gba."

@greatiby:

"My mind de shake like this."

@akorede_jnr:

"The prayer has been answered by father."

@sunkanmi_omobolanle:

"My heart dey shake #aje."

@n6oflife:

"E reach to anoint them my brother."

Zlatan Ibile speaks about Baddo's greatness

Legit.ng also reported how Ibile appreciated Olamide for facilitating his rise to prominence.

He listed the likes of Adekunle Gold, Fireboy DML, and Asake among the people Olamide had helped.

Zlatan Ibile recounted how Olamide reached out to him and took him to another state to record his first song.

Source: Legit.ng