Super Falcons Captain Rasheedat Ajibade Says WAFCON Victory Rewards Still Unpaid Super Falcons skipper Rasheedat Ajibade has revealed that the team is yet to receive the promised rewards for their historic win at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). Despite a public pledge by the Nigerian government to gift each player $100,000, three-bedroom apartments, national honors, and additional donations from the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, Ajibade confirmed: > “We’ve not received anything yet.” The delay has sparked disappointment among fans and sports stakeholders who were eager to see the champions honored for clinching their 10th continental title. Ajibade, however, remains optimistic, urging for sustained investment in women’s football to place Nigeria firmly on the global stage. She dedicated the team’s victory to every young Nigerian girl chasing her dreams and stressed the need for proper support to keep women’s sports thriving. While the Super Falcons wait for the promises to be fulfilled, their commitment, resilience, and pride as ambassadors for Nigerian women in sports remain unshaken. #SuperFalcons #RasheedatAjibade #WAFCON2024 #NigerianFootball #WomenInSports #EqualRecognition #PayOurChampions

Shooting Stars Assistant Coach, Akin Olowookere, Dies During Training Newly appointed Shooting Stars Sports Club assistant coach, Akin Olowookere, tragically collapsed during Monday morning training in Ibadan and was confirmed dead at the hospital. The former Sunshine Stars player and coach had only recently joined 3SC’s new coaching crew. Cause of death remains unknown. #AkinOlowookere #ShootingStars #NigerianFootball #RIP

Tragedy Hits Nigerian Football: Newly Appointed 3SC Assistant Coach Akin Olowokere Slumps and Dies During Training The Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan, Oyo State, has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of their newly appointed Assistant Coach, Akin Olowokere, on Monday morning. Eyewitnesses revealed that the former Sunshine Stars of Akure player collapsed on the pitch during the team’s morning training session and was immediately rushed to the hospital, where he was confirmed dead. The cause of his death remains unknown as of press time. Olowokere, a soft-spoken and respected figure in Nigerian football, was only recently unveiled as part of the Oluyole Warriors’ new coaching team after the club’s management parted ways with Gbenga Ogunbote’s technical crew. Before his coaching career, Olowokere had a remarkable playing spell with Sunshine Stars and later served as an assistant coach under Edith Agoye. His death marks a huge loss to the Nigerian football community. #RIPAkinOlowokere #3SC #OluyoleWarriors #NigerianFootball #FootballLoss #SunshineStars #SportsNews

Benue Governor Honours Super Falcons Star Francisca Ordega with N50M, House & Street Naming In a grand show of appreciation, Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has rewarded Super Falcons forward, Francisca Ordega, with ₦50 million, a fully furnished three-bedroom flat, and the renaming of a street in her honour. The gesture comes in recognition of Ordega’s outstanding contributions to Nigerian football and her role in inspiring young athletes across the state and nation. Governor Alia praised her dedication, resilience, and the pride she has brought to Benue and Nigeria on the global stage. #FranciscaOrdega #SuperFalcons #BenueState #HyacinthAlia #NigerianFootball

Enyimba FC Fires Back at Brown Ideye Over Welfare Claims: “He Was One of Our Highest Paid!” Enyimba FC has broken its silence on accusations made by ex-Super Eagles star, Brown Ideye, who recently slammed the club for allegedly neglecting player welfare during his time on the team. The Aba-based club labeled Ideye’s comments as “misleading and self-serving,” revealing that he was not only one of the best-paid players in the squad — earning ₦1 million monthly — but also received premium benefits, including ₦65,000-per-night hotel stays and air travel perks. Ideye’s short stint, which followed a highly publicized move hailed as a win for Nigerian football, ended on a sour note. Despite the investment, he netted just five goals across all competitions, leaving fans and management disheartened. “He was brought in to inspire and lead, but he never delivered,” said a club official. Insiders also allege his presence stirred friction within the squad, citing poor integration and commitment — factors that reportedly deterred other clubs from signing him earlier. Under the leadership of football legend Kanu Nwankwo, Enyimba had hoped Ideye’s arrival would spark a new era. Instead, the fallout has raised fresh questions about player-club relations in Nigeria’s football scene. #EnyimbaVsIdeye #BrownIdeye #NigerianFootball #KanuNwankwo #NPFL

Nigerian Forward Tenton Yenne Joins Russian Club Baltika Kaliningrad Nigerian footballer Tenton Yenne has signed a three-year contract with Russian Premier League club Baltika Kaliningrad. The 24-year-old right-winger joins the newly promoted team after an impressive four-year stint at Armenian club Ararat-Armenia, where he netted 46 goals and provided 24 assists in 113 appearances. Yenne holds the record as the club’s highest goal scorer since its formation eight years ago. Before his time in Armenia, Yenne played in Slovakia, showcasing his versatility and adaptability across different leagues. His move to Baltika Kaliningrad marks a significant step in his career as he aims to make an impact in the Russian Premier League. Daily Post Nigeria #TentonYenne #BaltikaKaliningrad #NigerianFootball

Star Power Meets Statesmanship: Victor Osimhen Shakes Hands with Turkish President Erdoğan Nigerian football sensation 🇳🇬 Victor Osimhen had a proud moment as he met and shook hands with the President of Turkey 🇹🇷, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The Napoli striker, who continues to make waves on and off the pitch, was all smiles during the brief but significant encounter. Fans across Nigeria and Turkey have celebrated the meeting, calling it a powerful moment of sports diplomacy and international recognition for Osimhen’s growing influence. #VictorOsimhen #Turkey #PresidentErdogan #NaijaToTheWorld #NigerianFootball