Super Falcons head to Aso Rock for Tinubu reception after WAFCON triumph

Fresh off their thrilling 3–2 win over Morocco’s Atlas Lionesses, Nigeria’s Super Falcons will be hosted this afternoon at the Presidential Villa by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The reception is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. and will honour the team’s record-breaking 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title—a feat that has reignited national pride and drawn praise from across the country.

The visit is the first in a series of official events planned to celebrate the Falcons’ grit and brilliance on the continental stage.

Their victory has triggered widespread jubilation, with fans, leaders, and sports stakeholders hailing the team’s resilience and talent.

Today’s reception is also seen as a signal of the Federal Government’s renewed focus on sports development and support for Nigerian athletes competing globally.

More updates to follow…