Monday, July 13, 2026

Sports minister congratulates Super Falcons on AWCON qualification

The minister reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to support the team and other national teams.

• December 6, 2023
Super Falcons
SUPER FALCONS [Photo Credit: Complete Sport Nigeria ]

The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Enoh, has hailed the Super Falcons on their qualification for the 2024 African Women’s Cup of Nations slated for Morocco.

The minister said the team displayed an impressive level of determination and teamwork, securing vital victories during the qualifiers to solidify their place in the WAFCON.

He lauded the Super Falcons for their effort in showcasing the nation’s prowess on the continental stage.

“The qualification of our Super Falcons for the African Women’s Cup of Nations is a testament to the dedication and talent of our exceptional players. Their outstanding performance reflects Nigeria’s rich sporting heritage and unwavering commitment to excellence,” he said.

Mr Enoh emphasised the significance of women’s football in Nigeria, highlighting the pivotal role played by the Super Falcons in inspiring young athletes and fostering a culture of inclusivity and sporting prowess across the nation.

He stated, “Through their hard work and commitment, the Super Falcons have not only secured a place in this prestigious tournament but have also inspired a new generation of aspiring female footballers. Their success resonates beyond the field, serving as a beacon of hope and empowerment for young women in our country.’’

The minister reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to support the team and other national teams.

The nine-time champions on Tuesday defeated their host 2-1 for a 7-1 aggregate win in the final round of the qualification series.

(NAN)

We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.

More from Peoples Gazette

farmers

Agriculture

FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology

The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices

Katsina State

Politics

Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku

“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”

NationWide

UN advocates stronger cooperation framework with Nigeria to drive growth

Mr Fall stressed the need to strengthen the UN-Nigeria cooperation framework to bolster national growth.

Agriculture

Nigeria, Brazil deepen partnership on agriculture, livestock development

Mr Shettima said both countries will roll out bilateral partnerships in agriculture and livestock under the initiative.

Troops

Heading 1

Troops detain terrorists’ logistics suppliers, recover weapons in southern Kaduna

Mr Oteh disclosed that the suspects were intercepted and subsequently arrested by troops while travelling from Plateau to Niger State.

APC LOGO

Heading 2

Primaries Fallout: APC chairman advises aggrieved aspirants to accept defeat

Mr Bello urged those who couldn’t make it in the just-concluded APC primaries to emulate the speaker by accepting the outcome.

NationWide

NTAC deploys 28 TAC volunteers to Uganda to bridge educational gaps

Mr Yakub expressed satisfaction with the quality of Nigerian professionals selected for deployment to Uganda.

World

South African police arrest four over attempted murder

The suspects are expected to appear before the Virginia Magistrate’s Court soon, the police said.