By Sport Analyst
Emmanuel Afonja
In a generous show of appreciation and national pride, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State has gifted the head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons a sum of ₦50 million and a fully furnished house in recognition of the team’s triumphant performance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
The reward was announced during a grand reception organized by the Adamawa State Government to celebrate the victory, which has once again cemented Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football. Governor Fintiri hailed the coach’s leadership, resilience, and strategic brilliance, describing the WAFCON win as “a symbol of excellence and inspiration for the entire nation.”
“You’ve not only made Nigeria proud on the continental stage but have also shown our young girls what determination, discipline, and hard work can achieve,” Fintiri said during the ceremony. “As a token of our appreciation, Adamawa is giving you ₦50 million and a new home—you deserve much more.”
The Super Falcons, Africa’s most decorated women’s national football team, clinched their latest WAFCON title after a thrilling campaign that saw them overcome stiff competition from top contenders like South Africa, Morocco, and Cameroon. Under the coach’s guidance, the team displayed remarkable skill, unity, and fighting spirit throughout the tournament.
The coach, visibly emotional, thanked the governor for the unprecedented gesture, noting that such recognition goes a long way in motivating not just the technical crew but the entire team.
“This is not just a personal reward—it is a victory for all Nigerian women, for our sportswomen, and for the next generation who now know that their sacrifices will never go unnoticed,” the coach said.
The news of the reward has been met with praise across the country, with many sports analysts and citizens commending Governor Fintiri for honoring excellence in sports leadership. Social media platforms have also been abuzz with celebratory messages, calling the governor’s action “a masterstroke in encouraging performance and patriotism.”
As Nigeria continues to build its global sports reputation, gestures like this, many believe, will inspire a culture of recognition and reward for excellence—both on and off the field.
