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Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has disclosed that the team is still awaiting the $100,000 reward and other commitments promised by the Federal Government following their triumph at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
In an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, Ajibade addressed the status of the pledges made by the government. When asked by Jideonwo, “Have they delivered the $100,000?” Ajibade responded, “We have not received our money, but hopefully, it would be paid. They have not paid; all the promises, we have not received anything.”
Ajibade led the Super Falcons to a record-extending WAFCON title in Morocco, solidifying Nigeria’s dominance in women’s football on the continent. Following the victory, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu hosted the team at the Presidential Villa, where he conferred the national honour of Officer of the Order of Niger (OON) on the players and their technical crew. Additionally, each player was promised $100,000 and a three-bedroom flat as a reward for their achievement.
During the reception, President Tinubu praised the team for their “indomitable spirit of resilience, determination, and courage,” describing the win as a historic milestone for Nigeria. However, nearly a year after the victory, the team is yet to receive the pledged rewards, raising concerns among players and fans alike.
The delay in fulfilling these promises has sparked discussions about the government’s commitment to supporting sports development in Nigeria. Neither the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) nor the Federal Government has issued an official statement regarding the delay as of the time of this report.
The Super Falcons’ victory continues to be celebrated as a testament to their talent and dedication, with hopes that the government will soon honor its commitments to the team.
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