By Esohe Aifuwa
Super Falcons Honored by Tinubu with Awards, Cash, Homes
Nigeria’s triumphant Super Falcons, fresh from their WAFCON victory, were celebrated at the Presidential Villa on Monday, where President Bola Ahmed Tinubu bestowed the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on all 24 players.
Each player also received $100,000 and a three-bedroom apartment as tokens of national gratitude.
The team’s technical crew was not left out, with each member awarded $50,000 for their role in securing the championship.
Furthermore, the squad, led by captain Rasheedat Ajibade and coach Justin Madugu, arrived at the State House at 4:35 p.m. to a warm reception from the president and top officials.