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🚨OFFICIAL: Super Falcons to hold trophy in Abuja on Monday

- Team to arrive at 12PM
- Open-roof bus through Airport Road, Berger junction, Maitama and Wuse Market areas all the way to the Presidential Villa.
- To be hosted by the Pres. Tinubu later in the afternoon

Triumphant Super Falcons arrive Nigeria today

Abiodun Adewale and Olamide Abe
28th July 2025

African champions, the Super Falcons, will arrive in Abuja, the country’s capital, on Monday (today) for a trophy parade before meeting with President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, following their victory over Morocco in Saturday’s WAFCON 2024 final, the NFF has announced.

The Falcons produced a memorable comeback in Rabat to beat host nation Morocco 3–2 in the final, sealing a record-extending 10th WAFCON crown.

According to the Nigeria Football Federation, the 10-time African champions are scheduled to land at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport by midday, with a hero’s welcome and a celebratory parade planned across key parts of the Federal Capital Territory.

The NFF also confirmed plans for an open-roof bus parade, with the players and technical crew expected to move through strategic routes including Airport Road, Berger Junction, Maitama and Wuse Market before heading to the Presidential Villa.

“We are making arrangements to have a trophy parade with the players and their coaches in an open-roof bus, and plying through Airport Road, Berger junction, Maitama and Wuse Market areas all the way to the Presidential Villa,” NFF General Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi said in a statement on Sunday.

“This will afford a good number of people in those areas to have a rare sight of the Women’s AFCON trophy.”

President Bola Tinubu has said he can’t wait to receive the WAFCON trophy, assuring the Super Falcons of a befitting celebration when they arrive from Morocco.

Tinubu shared in the celebrations of the team during a video call with them and their officials on Sunday. “As a team, we are very proud of you; the entire nation is proud of you. You lifted our spirits, and we are all very happy,” Tinubu said.

“You will be celebrated, and I congratulate all the coaches and the management of the team, including the ministers and officials.

“To set the record of victories for the 10th time is not a small feat for the country and the continent as a whole. Safe journey back home, enjoy yourselves and avoid injuries.”

When Captain Rasheedat Ajibade also appreciated the President for approving the payment of their bonuses and promised to present the trophy in Abuja, Tinubu also responded, “Good, I am looking forward to that.”

The thrilling win marked the 10th triumph of the Falcons on the continental stage after their previous triumphs in 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2010, 2014, 2016 and 2018.

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'SAFE JOURNEY HOME…I LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING THE TROPHY IN ABUJA, PRESIDENT TINUBU TELLS WAFCON CHAMPIONS

President Bola Tinubu has expressed his delight at the Super Falcons' spectacular victory at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), stating that he eagerly looks forward to receiving the trophy in Abuja.

In a post-match video call with team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, her teammates, and Nigerian officials, President Tinubu congratulated the team on securing a record 10th continental title and lifting the nation's spirits.

"I am very, very proud of you. The entire nation is proud of you. You have lifted our spirits. You are a pride to your generation and we are all very happy.

"You will be celebrated, and I congratulate all the coaches and management of the team, including the ministers and the officials," he said.

The President extended his best regards to Rasheedat Ajibade, who emerged as the tournament's Most Valuable Player and clinched the Woman of the Tournament award.

He also praised Esther Okoronkwo's composure during a crucial moment in the final, describing her 64th-minute penalty kick, which sparked a dramatic comeback, as "very courageous."

Okoronkwo created the second goal and delivered the decisive free-kick that Jennifer Echegini converted to seal Nigeria's 3-2 victory.

''Safe journey home, enjoy yourselves, avoid injuries, God bless you,'' the President told the jubilant players and officials, who repeatedly interjected with ''Thank you, Mr President!''

Responding on behalf of the team, Ajibade thanked the President for approving the full payment of players' allowances. She assured him the team was eager to present him with the WAFCON trophy in Abuja.

The lively exchange ended with a spirited rendition of the national anthem and three thunderous "Gbosa!" cheers for the President.

Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President,

(Information and Strategy)

July 27, 2025


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvH05VbE9mw?si=puUJX-t-tNt_s6bl

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE

'SAFE JOURNEY HOME…I LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING THE TROPHY IN ABUJA, PRESIDENT TINUBU TELLS WAFCON CHAMPIONS

President Bola Tinubu has expressed his delight at the Super Falcons' spectacular victory at the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON),… pic.twitter.com/pqhAXwNapw

— Bayo Onanuga, OON, CON (@aonanuga1956) July 27, 2025

Asisat Oshoala after winning another WAFCON Gold with the Super Falcons of Nigeria. #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024 pic.twitter.com/3vHNuFxinT

— Dr. Victor Ademola (@AdemolaVictorTv) July 27, 2025

Treated the girls to lunch after their much deserved win.#SuperFalcons #TeamNigeria #NigeriaEverywhere pic.twitter.com/84Gh6Nvof1

— Hannatu Musa Musawa (@hanneymusawa) July 27, 2025

naptu2:
Post match press conference.

Coach Jorge Vilda blames referee for Morocco's loss. He said that the only team that was above them in the tournament was Zambia.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1xJCjxu6-M?si=Wp2hJLBC6or1CVtu

helinues:
The Super Falcons coming back from 2-0 down to defeat Morocco 3-2 without playing extra time gave most Nigerians joy

Ghana, Zambia , South Africa, even Botswana have all been waiting for our defeat mock us but God pass them.

It's was indeed mission X. We scored 13 goals , while we conceded only 3 goals.

13-3 = 10

Mission X completed

Meanwhile, Esther Okonkwo had 2 goals and 7 assist. Respect to her

Ayobeck:
Pls guys is it true the referee officiating was bad.that the super falcon winning in the final was through officiating error..
Because I watch the match twice now,still don't know where the officiating error is found..my morrocian friend said all this which his still insisting..till now

naptu2:
Post match press conference.

Coach Jorge Vilda blames referee for Morocco's loss. He said that the only team that was above them in the tournament was Zambia.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1xJCjxu6-M?si=Wp2hJLBC6or1CVtu

helinues:
The Super Falcons coming back from 2-0 down to defeat Morocco 3-2 without playing extra time gave most Nigerians joy

Ghana, Zambia , South Africa, even Botswana have all been waiting for our defeat mock us but God pass them.

It's was indeed mission X. We scored 13 goals , while we conceded only 3 goals.

13-3 = 10

Mission X completed

Meanwhile, Esther Okonkwo had 2 goals and 7 assist. Respect to her.

Ayobeck:
Pls guys is it true the referee officiating was bad.that the super falcon winning in the final was through officiating error..
Because I watch the match twice now,still don't know where the officiating error is found..my morrocian friend said all this which his still insisting..till now

helinues:
The Super Falcons coming back from 2-0 down to defeat Morocco 3-2 without playing extra time gave most Nigerians joy

Ghana, Zambia , South Africa, even Botswana have all been waiting for our defeat mock us but God pass them.

It's was indeed mission X. We scored 13 goals , while we conceded only 3 goals.

13-3 = 10

Mission X completed

Meanwhile, Esther Okoronkwo had 2 goals and 7 assist. Respect to her.

mysticwarrior:
We actually scored 14 goals, 3 against Tunisia, 1 against Botswana, 5 against Zambia, 2 against South Africa and 3 against Morocco.