Tunisia’s Wassim Essid defeated Benin Republic’s Salifou Abdel-Kader 4–2 to book a spot in the quarter-finals.
He said the timely release of funds would significantly enhance the preparation of national teams.
Despite creating numerous chances in Saturday’s clash, the first half of the encounter ended goalless.
Mr Tinubu also ordered a review of allocations for sporting activities currently spread across ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs).
Nigeria’s appearance at the Winter Olympics began in 2018 at the PyeongChang Games in South Korea, where the country made its debut.
Arsenal fans will now focus their attention on the game between Liverpool and second-placed Manchester City on Sunday.
It is the first time the Red Devils have recorded four successive league victories in almost two years.
The Unify League is a breakaway league proposed in 2021 to rival the traditional UEFA Champions League.
The UI coach, Momoh Zika, said the institution’s female team could not participate because the school was currently on break.
Mr Akeredolu commended Mr Olopade for restoring clarity, peace and direction to the sport.
