Nigeria, April 9 -- The former Senate President of Nigeria, Bukola Saraki, was among the high-profile attendees at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night as Arsenal hosted Real Madrid in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie.

Mr Saraki, a known supporter of the English Premier League side, confirmed his presence at the match via a post on his official Facebook page, stating:

"Thrilled to be here at the Emirates Stadium tonight for the Champions League Quarterfinal, Arsenal vs Real Madrid! Let's go, Gunners! #COYG #ARSRMA #UCL"

Mr Saraki, a former Kwara State governor, is an Arsenal fan and a prominent figure in Nigerian football development.

He is the founder of Abubakar Bukola Saraki Football Club (ABS FC), a p...