NIS DG lauds Super Falcons for ‘mission X’ triumph at WAFCON
Director General/CEO of the National Institute for Sports, Philip Shaibu, has praised the Super Falcons for their impressive WAFCON final victory over the Lionesses of Morocco.
The win secured Nigeria’s record-extending 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, achieving the squad’s bold pre-tournament goal, famously dubbed “Mission X.”
Mr Shaibu’s congratulatory message was issued on Sunday by his Special Assistant on Media, Ben Ogbemudia.
“By this victory, the Super Falcons have once again etched their name in African football history,” Shaibu said, calling the final “thrilling” and inspiring for the continent.
The NIS boss, a former Bendel Insurance FC player, commended the team’s technical crew, NFF leadership, and the Shehu Dikko-led National Sports Commission for achieving the ambitious target.
The win reinforces Nigeria’s dominance as the most successful team in WAFCON history, with 10 titles—far ahead of any other nation.
Mr Shaibu also fulfilled his promise to attend the final, travelling to Morocco to cheer the Super Falcons live from the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat.
Nigeria edged out the host nation 3-2 after a dramatic comeback, delivering one of the most memorable victories in the tournament’s recent history.
(NAN)
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