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President Bola Tinubu has sent a message of motivation to Nigeria’s Super Falcons, encouraging them to secure a record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title as they take on host nation Morocco in the final this evening at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat.
The President’s message, presented in a personally signed statement on Saturday, highlights the nation’s tremendous pride and steadfast support for the team.
In his remarks, Tinubu praised the Super Falcons for their “awe-inspiring” performance throughout the competition. He commended their demonstration of pride, honour, and resilience, both on and off the field, emphasising their exemplary sportsmanship.
The President particularly acknowledged their compassionate visit to Gabriela Salgado of South Africa’s Banyana Banyana, describing it as an act that “reflects our shared humanity, empathy, and sisterly affection, which we Africans hold in high regard.”
Tinubu highlighted the team’s impressive statistics, stating that if “statistics alone win matches, you are already champions.”
He pointed out their unbeaten streak in the group stages, victories in the knockout rounds, and the fact that they conceded only one goal in the semi-finals. Moreover, he reminded the team of their flawless record in past WAFCON finals, having won all nine of their previous appearances.
To show the complete support of the Nigerian government and its citizens, Tinubu announced the dispatch of a high-profile presidential delegation to Rabat to witness the final and encourage the team towards victory.
This delegation includes the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; the Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite; the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim; and the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, among others.
The President also expressed gratitude to the families of the Super Falcons, the coaches, friends, the Nigerian community in Morocco, the Nigeria Football Supporters Club, and the Nigerian Mission in Morocco for their continuous support throughout the tournament.
In concluding his message with a powerful call to action, Tinubu stated, “You will finish strong by the Grace of God. Go for the tenth! Bring the trophy home. Your fellow countrymen and women, young and old, are rooting for you.”
He voiced his eagerness to welcome the team, along with the coveted trophy and officials, in Abuja upon their triumphant return.
