Written by Ella Michaels
President Bola Tinubu has made a grand gesture to the Super Falcons players who represented Nigeria at the just concluded 2025 WAFCON tournament in Morocco. The President announced a cash reward of $100,000 to each player, in addition to a three-bedroom apartment at the Renewed Hope Housing estate in Abuja. The players will also be conferred with National Awards, receiving an OON (Order of the Officer of the Niger).
The 11-member technical crew will receive $50,000 each and other benefits accruing to the Super Falcons team. This generous reward is a testament to the President's appreciation for the team's hard work and dedication.
Furthermore, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on behalf of the Nigeria Governors' Forum, has promised the Super Falcons team, including the technical members, the sum of N10 million each. This gesture demonstrates the governors' commitment to recognizing and rewarding the team's achievements.
The Super Falcons' impressive performance at the WAFCON tournament has brought pride and joy to the nation, and these rewards are a well-deserved recognition of their efforts. The team's success is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to representing Nigeria on the international stage.
The rewards announced by President Tinubu and the Nigeria Governors' Forum are a motivation to the team to continue striving for excellence and bringing glory to the nation. The Super Falcons' achievement is a source of inspiration to young footballers across the country, and their success will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on the development of women's football in Nigeria.
In conclusion, the rewards announced for the Super Falcons players and technical crew are a fitting tribute to their outstanding performance at the WAFCON tournament. The gesture demonstrates the government's commitment to recognizing and rewarding excellence in sports, and it is hoped that this will inspire future generations of footballers to strive for greatness.
