Nigerian President Bola Tinubu hosted the nation's women's football team, the Super Falcons, after their triumphant win at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon). During the event, the president pledged $100,000 and a three-bedroom apartment to each player, a move met with cheers. The Super Falcons' recent win, marking their 10th Wafcon title, has reignited discussions on past unfulfilled governmental promises where bonuses and salaries for athletes were concerned. Despite dissatisfaction with previous rewards, Tinubu emphasized this victory as a significant national achievement. Players called for enduring support to solidify their status as a top global team.
Nigerian President Promises Women's Football Team $100K Each Following Wafcon Victory
Nigerian President Promises Women's Football Team $100K Each Following Wafcon Victory
In a celebratory event at Aso Rock, President Bola Tinubu announces substantial rewards for the victorious Super Falcons, echoing previous unfulfilled promises.
In a grand reception that celebrated the achievements of the women's national football team, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu made a noteworthy pledge to the players of the Super Falcons, promising each athlete a cash reward of $100,000 along with a three-bedroom apartment. This announcement came after the team secured a remarkable victory at the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, defeating the hosts Morocco with a thrilling second-half turnaround. The Super Falcons, who have dominated the Wafcon, have a history of receiving promises that have gone unfulfilled, raising concern about the future of these commitments. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade articulated the importance of this victory, expressing aspirations for the team to be world-class, provided they receive necessary support from both the football federation and government.
The recognition from President Tinubu included national honors for the players, marking the event as a significant milestone in Nigerian sports history. However, a cloud of past grievances about payments looms large as both men's and women's teams have faced financial discrepancies. With commitments recently made by Tinubu for timely payments and allowances, players and fans alike hope this marks a new era of recognition and fair treatment for athletes in Nigeria.
The recognition from President Tinubu included national honors for the players, marking the event as a significant milestone in Nigerian sports history. However, a cloud of past grievances about payments looms large as both men's and women's teams have faced financial discrepancies. With commitments recently made by Tinubu for timely payments and allowances, players and fans alike hope this marks a new era of recognition and fair treatment for athletes in Nigeria.
