The Digest:
President Bola Tinubu’s lavish reward for the Super Falcons following their historic 2025 WAFCON win has sparked a wave of positive reactions across Nigeria. Social media users are praising the unprecedented recognition and financial rewards granted to the players and technical staff.
Key Points:
- President Tinubu awards the Super Falcons the national honor of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON).
- Each player receives a $100,000 prize and a three-bedroom apartment.
- Each member of the technical crew is given $50,000.
- Nigerians on social media celebrate the President's gesture as unprecedented and well-deserved.
- The gesture has been described as a huge step forward in rewarding female athletes in Nigeria.
- Many Nigerians express happiness, particularly for the home-based players.
- There is also a call for more systemic support for athletes after their careers.
Tinubu’s rewards for the Super Falcons showcase a shift towards supporting female athletes in Nigeria. This unprecedented move has united the country in recognition of the players' hard work and triumph. As one user said, “That’s huge!”
Sources: Vanguard News, Premium Times
