Tinubu's promises paid before WAFCON
The Nigerian National Sports Commission has confirmed that promised cash rewards and housing have been delivered to the Super Falcons. This payment comes just before the team begins their title defense at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco.
Why it matters
Resolving financial disputes between the government and national athletes is crucial for maintaining team morale and performance in international competitions.
The National Sports Commission has confirmed that houses and $100,000 cash rewards promised by President Bola Tinubu to the Super Falcons after their 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations triumph have now been paid, days before the team begin the defence of their title in Morocco. Speaking on Friday from Glasgow, where he is attending the ongoing Commonwealth Games, Commission chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko, said all financial commitments had been completed and that the presentation of house keys would take place this week. “I am leaving Glasgow for Morocco this week to present keys to the houses, which His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, promised the Super Falcons after they won the last edition of the WAFCON. Even their $100,000 has been paid into their various bank accounts. “We decided to delay the presentation of the key because we wanted a situation whereby the players will be together.
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