Nigeria’s Super Falcons have been showered with praise from President Bola Tinubu and Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen after clinching their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title with a dramatic 3–2 win against Morocco in Sunday’s final.
The victory, secured on Moroccan soil, extended Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football and sparked jubilant reactions nationwide.
Moments after the final whistle, President Tinubu joined the team in their dressing room via video call, lauding the players and coaching staff for lifting the continent’s most prestigious women’s title. He declared, “Nigeria is proud of you,” praising their courage and national unity impact.
Tinubu reserved special praise for standout players, mentioning Esther Okoronkwo’s earned penalty in the 64th minute as a “courageous exercise.” He also commended goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie for her consistency and team captain Rasheedat Ajibade for leadership on the field .
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In a separate gesture, Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen also reached out to the team in celebration. In a widely circulated video, the Napoli forward was seen making a video call to some of the Falcons players. His excitement was visible as he congratulated her and praised the team’s incredible turnaround in the final.
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The thrilling final match saw the Falcons overcome a two-goal deficit to beat hosts Morocco 3–2, cementing their dominance as Africa’s most successful women’s football team.
The victory sparked jubilation across Nigeria and was widely viewed as a much-needed morale boost for the nation. The public salute from the President and Osimhen highlights a renewed national focus on women’s football development.
The moment also signals broader government support, intensified public interest, and recognition of women’s achievements in sport.