Super Falcons players receive ₦140M each as Tinubu fulfills WAFCON reward promise
Super Falcons players have started receiving ₦140 million each (the naira equivalent of $100,000) as President Tinubu fulfills his promise following Nigeria's 10th WAFCON title win in July 2025. The National Sports Commission (NSC) confirmed payments began Monday per a statement signed by media aide Kola Daniel.
The reward stems from Nigeria's dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over hosts Morocco in the Rabat final on July 26, 2025, where the Falcons overturned a 2-0 halftime deficit through goals from Esther Okoronkwo, Folashade Ijamilusi, and Jennifer Echegini. Beyond the cash, players previously received title documents for three-bedroom apartments in Abuja and Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) national honours.
This mirrors September 2026 payments to D'Tigress players who each got ₦140 million ($100,000 equivalent) plus apartments and honours after their fifth straight AfroBasket title. The NSC, led by Chairman Shehu Dikko and DG Bukola Olopade, says fulfilling these commitments strengthens athlete confidence and reflects the administration's focus on sports welfare and investment.
Team captain Rasheedat Ajibade thanked Tinubu for recognizing the team's contribution to Nigerian sports. Will consistent reward fulfillment translate to sustained excellence across other Nigerian sports, or is this a one-off for high-profile women's teams?