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Super Falcons Crowned 2026 National Team of the Year; Women Football Chieftain Aisha Falode Leads Celebration in Lagos

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In a celebration of excellence and historic achievement, the Super Falcons were tonight crowned National Team of the Year, 2026 at the New Telegraph Awards held in Lagos. The award was proudly received on behalf of the team by Aisha Falode, respected Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Board Member and distinguished sports administrator. Falode, a former top sports journalist and the former chairperson of the Nigeria Women Football League, has been a trailblazer for women in football. Her leadership and commitment to advancing women’s participation in African football are widely recognized,…

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Former media officer of The Super Falcons Tobex Set To Receive SWAN National Award.

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Trailblazing sports journalist and media entrepreneur, Mrs. Oluchi Tobe-chukwu, fondly known across the sporting landscape as Tobex, has been honoured by the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) with the prestigious Veteran Sports Journalist Award as part of the Association’s Diamond Jubilee Celebration (SWAN @60). The recognition, formally conveyed in a letter signed by SWAN Secretary-General Ikenna Okonkwo, celebrates Tobex’s outstanding contributions, professionalism, and lifelong commitment to the growth and integrity of sports journalism in Nigeria. The letter reads in part: “This honour is in recognition of your outstanding contributions,…

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Super Falcons Captain Rasheedat Ajibade Hails Aisha Falode’s FIFA Appointment: “A Moment of Pride for Nigerian Women’s Football”

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The Captain of Nigeria’s Senior Women’s National Team, the Super Falcons, Rasheedat Ajibade, has led her teammates in celebrating the appointment of Aisha Falode, an Executive Board Member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), as a Member of the FIFA Standing Committee on Media and Communications. In a message delivered on behalf of the entire Super Falcons squad, Ajibade expressed immense joy, admiration, and pride, describing Falode’s appointment as “a shining moment for Nigerian football and a powerful inspiration to women in sports across Africa.” “I was absolutely thrilled to…

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MFM Celebrates Super Falcons Star Rasheedat Ajibade After WAFCON 2024 Triumph

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The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) has proudly celebrated one of its own, Nigeria’s Super Falcons star Rasheedat Ajibade, following her exceptional performance at the recently concluded Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 in Morocco. Ajibade, who was crowned Woman of the Match in several crucial games during the tournament, played a key role in leading Nigeria to a victorious campaign. Known for her fiery presence on the pitch and unshakable faith off it, the midfielder is fondly called “Mummy G.O.” — a nickname born not just…

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NOC Applauds President Tinubu for Generous Rewards to Super Falcons

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The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his swift recognition of the Super Falcons following their victory at the CAF African Women’s Cup in Rabat, Morocco. During a Monday special reception at the State House, President Tinubu praised the team for their resilience, professionalism, and patriotic spirit, hailing their triumph as a powerful emblem of national unity and sporting excellence. As Grand Patron of the NOC, President Tinubu presented each player of the Super Falcons, Nigeria’s senior women’s national football team, with a cash reward…

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WATCH VIDEO: President Tinubu Hails Super Falcons in Video Call After WAFCON Triumph

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Super Falcons following their dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over hosts Morocco to clinch the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title—their historic 10th continental crown. In a video call shared on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, President Tinubu spoke directly with the triumphant squad, applauding their bravery, unity, and fighting spirit. “I just spoke with our Super Falcons,” the President wrote alongside the video.“On behalf of all Nigerians—at home, in Morocco, and around the world—I told them how proud we are.…

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Super Falcons Stage Stunning Comeback to Win 10th WAFCON Title

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The Super Falcons of Nigeria have once again stamped their authority on the African football scene, coming from two goals down to defeat hosts Morocco 3-2 and clinch their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in a thrilling final on Saturday night. Trailing 2-0 at halftime in front of a packed stadium in Rabat, the Falcons looked destined for heartbreak after Morocco’s captain Ghizlane Chebbak and striker Sanaâ Mssoudy scored in the 15th and 37th minutes respectively, sending the home crowd into raptures. To add to the drama,…

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