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FG pays N140m reward to Super Falcons for WAFCON victory

FG pays N140m reward to Super Falcons for WAFCON victory
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The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The NSC said the President’s support for national teams was part of efforts to recognise sporting excellence and motivate athletes to achieve greater success in international competitions.
Context & Background
  • ✦President Bola Tinubu had pledged the reward after the Super Falcons secured a record-extending 10th continental title, defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic final in July 2025.
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2025:The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).2025:President Bola Tinubu had pledged the reward after the Super Falcons secured a record-extending 10th continental title, defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic final in July 2025.2025:The latest payment follows a similar reward for Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, after their victory at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket, where they claimed a fifth consecutive continental title.
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Key Takeaways
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  • ✦The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).
  • ✦The NSC said the President’s support for national teams was part of efforts to recognise sporting excellence and motivate athletes to achieve greater success in international competitions.
  • ✦President Bola Tinubu had pledged the reward after the Super Falcons secured a record-extending 10th continental title, defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic final in July 2025.
Key Facts:2025: The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).2025: President Bola Tinubu had pledged the reward after the Super Falcons secured a record-extending 10th continental title, defeating hosts Morocco 3-2 in a dramatic final in July 2025.2025: The latest payment follows a similar reward for Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, after their victory at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket, where they claimed a fifth consecutive continental title.₦2.5 million: UPDATE NEWS: Nigerians can now invest ₦2.5 million on premium domains and profit about ₦17-₦25 million.
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The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup...

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What is the latest development regarding Super Falcons of Nigeria?

The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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The primary parties identified in this coverage include Super Falcons of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

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The federal government has fulfilled the $100,000 reward promise to each member of the Super Falcons following Nigeria’s triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON).

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