HEADLINENEWS.NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
“Beyond Mission X: Super Falcons Hosted by President Tinubu — Rewards, Homes & Historic Honours Await”
Date: July 28, 2025.
Presidential Reception for Super Falcons at Aso Rock, Abuja
A MOMENT OF STATECRAFT AND SPORTING GLORY
On Monday evening, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR welcomed Nigeria’s victorious Super Falcons to the Presidential Villa in Abuja, celebrating their historic 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title by:
Awarding each of the 24 players ₦152 million (~$100,000) in cash
Promising three-bedroom apartments in Abuja
Conferring the prestigious Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) national honour
The technical crew also received ₦76 million each, highlighting the administration’s recognition of team effort .
FIRST EVER PRESIDENCY-LEVEL HONOUR FOR FALCONS
This marks the first time in Nigeria’s history that the Super Falcons have received a state-level reception and such generous state-backed rewards . Their 2024 WAFCON triumph—the only African country to win the title 10 times—was the catalyst.
LEADERSHIP IN ACTION: HALFTIME ENCOURAGEMENT AND PUBLIC PLEDGE
President Tinubu took the unprecedented step of calling the players during halftime in Rabat, urging them to “‘Bring the trophy home’” — words credited with shifting the team’s morale and dynamics .
“You will finish strong… Go for the tenth! Bring the trophy home.”
— President Tinubu, live to the team
The team responded with a stunning second-half turnaround, turning a 2-0 deficit into a 3-2 victory.
WHY IT MATTERS: A NATIONAL SYMBOL OF UNITY AND RESOLVE
National morale booster amid economic and political challenges
Reinforces the “can-do” spirit of Nigeria
Inspires greater investment in women’s and grassroots sports
“This administration doesn’t just celebrate success — it invests in it.”
— Dr. G. Fraser, MFR, Founder of The National Patriots
BREAKDOWN OF PRESIDENTIAL REWARDS
Beneficiary Award Value
Super Falcons Players Cash reward ₦152 million each
Technical Staff Cash reward ₦76 million each
Players & Coaches Three-bedroom homes City of Abuja
All recipients National Honours Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON)
VOICES FROM THE DAY
“You have made Nigeria proud… you lifted our spirits and embodied the resilience of our people.”
— President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
“What the Falcons achieved rewrote Nigeria’s sports narrative — and leadership showed up when it mattered most.”
— Minister of Sports John Owan Enoh
FINAL ANALYSIS: LEADERSHIP THAT SPEAKS AND LISTENS
This reception is more than protocol; it’s politics of performance. A president who watched, inspired, and rewarded his team. These Falcons flew home champions—not just of sports, but of national pride.
HeadlineNews.News salutes their achievement and leadership that recognizes excellence.
