President Bola Tinubu has fulfilled his promise to reward the Super Falcons with $100,000 each following their historic 3-2 victory over Morocco in the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final. This win secured Nigeria's record-extending 10th continental title. The National Sports Commission confirmed that players have started receiving payments of approximately ₦140 million each, representing the naira equivalent of the $100,000 promised by the President.
Beyond the financial reward, Tinubu also promised each player and team official a fully furnished three-bedroom apartment in Abuja’s Renewed Hope Housing Estate. Additionally, he pledged the conferment of the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on all players and technical staff members. The players received title documents for their three-bedroom apartments in Abuja and certificates of the national honour at the 2026 WAFCON in July.
Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, praised Tinubu for fulfilling his commitment. He described the gesture as a significant boost to Nigerian sports and assured athletes that their sacrifices and achievements would be recognised. Dikko contrasted this with previous instances where sports rewards were delayed for years, highlighting Tinubu's efforts to change this narrative.
The Super Falcons' victory in Morocco was a historic moment for Nigerian football, marking their 10th WAFCON title. The team's success was celebrated widely, and the players were hailed as heroes for their remarkable achievement. Tinubu's promise of a $100,000 reward for each player was seen as a significant gesture of appreciation for their hard work and dedication.
The National Sports Commission confirmed that the players have begun receiving payments of about ₦140 million, representing the naira equivalent of the $100,000 reward promised by the President. This move is seen as a positive step towards recognising and rewarding the achievements of Nigerian athletes. The Commission's efforts to ensure timely fulfilment of promises made to athletes are noteworthy.
Tinubu's commitment to the Super Falcons extends beyond their WAFCON victory. He also pledged a $100,000 reward for the D’Tigress after Nigeria won a fifth consecutive title at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket. The team also received three-bedroom apartment documents and OON certificates, demonstrating the President's ongoing support for Nigerian sports.
Despite their recent successes, the Super Falcons faced setbacks in subsequent competitions. They crashed out of the 2026 WAFCON following a 1-0 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals and also lost to South Africa in the World Cup playoffs. Nevertheless, the team's historic WAFCON win and the President's fulfilment of his promise remain significant achievements for Nigerian football.
Key points
- President Bola Tinubu fulfils $100,000 promise to Super Falcons for historic 10th WAFCON win.
- Each player receives approximately ₦140 million, and a fully furnished three-bedroom apartment in Abuja.
- The President's gesture is seen as a significant boost to Nigerian sports, recognising athletes' sacrifices and achievements.
