Super Falcons’ Chiamaka Nnadozie ranked 4th best female goalkeeper in the world
Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie has been ranked the 4th best female goalkeeper in the world by the Ballon d’Or, marking a major milestone in her rising career.
Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie has been ranked the 4th best female goalkeeper in the world by the Ballon d’Or, marking a major milestone in her rising career.
While Nigeria rightly celebrated the Super Falcons’ WAFCON victory with national honours, cash, and houses worth millions, the N200,000 reward for Nafisa Abdullah Aminu’s world-beating intellectual achievement highlights a troubling national preference for brawn over brain, arguing for a system that equitably celebrates both forms of excellence.
Correcting a historic injustice: The case for rewarding past Super Falcons
Olopade stressed that the Tinubu administration “fulfills promises” to athletes, noting a shift from past delays in honouring commitments.
Ajibade confirmed that none of the promised rewards have been delivered.
Super Falcons forward Rasheedat Ajibade says the team is yet to receive the $100,000 and other gifts pledged by the Nigerian government after their 2025 WAFCON performance.
The Royal Morocco Football Federation plans to file a formal protest after controversial VAR calls helped Nigeria win their 10th WAFCON title.
Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga has defended the cash and housing gifts awarded to the Super Falcons, citing BBNaija’s ₦150m prize.
President Tinubu shares how he received the news of Super Falcons’ victory
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called on the Super Falcons to aim for World Cup glory, following their WAFCON victory and presidential honours.