“We Laboured for Nothing” — Ex-Super Falcons Star Patience Avre Praises Tinubu’s Reward Policy, Appeals for Recognition of Past Heroes Former Super Falcons forward and U.S.-based veteran, Patience Avre Odeli, has showered praise on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu for their recent recognition and rewards to Nigeria’s victorious Super Falcons and D’Tigress teams. “I doff my hat for our sports-loving President and his beautiful wife… such regular receptions will inspire others to aim for global glory,” Avre said, referencing the warm celebration and national honors given to both teams following their victories at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and Afrobasket Championship. However, the ex-striker used the opportunity to spotlight a painful truth — her generation, which won four African titles, reached the quarterfinals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, and appeared at the Olympic Games, was neglected by past administrations. “We laboured for nothing. Some of our teammates have died; others are battling injuries or mentally drained due to the lack of appreciation and support,” she lamented. Avre, supported by Super Falcons legends like Stella Mbachu, Precious Dede, and Kikelomo Ajayi, is appealing to the current government to rewrite history by recognizing and rewarding past champions who made Nigeria proud. She also praised Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, describing him as a credible figure leading a positive transformation in Nigerian sports. #PatienceAvre #SuperFalcons #Tinubu #OluremiTinubu #WAFCON2025 #D’Tigress #AfricanChampions #UnsungHeroes