President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has bestowed the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on the triumphant Super Falcons following their historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) victory over hosts Morocco.
During a reception for the team at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu announced that each of the 24 players would receive the naira equivalent of $100,000.
“I have received this trophy on behalf of all Nigerians, and I say to you: thank you for the dedication, passion, and for reminding us of the strength of the Nigerian spirit. On behalf of a grateful nation, I hereby confer on the players and the 11-man technical team the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON).”
He added: “Additionally, I hereby direct the allocation of a three-bedroom apartment to each of the players and members of the technical team.
In addition, there is a cash award of the naira equivalent of $100,000 each to the 24 players, and the equivalent of $50,000 each to the 11-man technical team. Once again, I congratulate you, and I’ll continue to pray for you. With this, Nigeria’s spirit is unyielding and will never die.”
Also in attendance was First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who has shown support for the team throughout the tournament.
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