Cameroon struck first in the seventh minute of the encounter, but Chiwendu Ihezuo equalised for Nigeria in the 32nd minute.
Midfielder Precious Christopher and goalkeeper Comfort Erhabor both received maiden invitations while veteran Asisat Oshoala was left out.
The Super Falcons won their 10th Women’s AFCON title in Morocco in 2025.
The Super Falcons played a 1-1 draw with their Benin Republic counterpart in the second leg of the qualifier at the MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta.
The win puts Nigeria in a strong position for the return leg in Abeokuta on Tuesday.
Mr Ajadi stated that even as a basketball coach, he supports football.
Ms Ajibade expressed hope that the promises would be fulfilled soon.
Mr Tinubu said the players reminded the nation of the power of sports to unite a diverse nation.
“This 10th cup did not just come up in the last competition. We are the pioneers of this great achievement,” Maureen Madu said.
Mr Obi’s comments came amid the cash prizes and national awards conferred on Super Falcons for winning the Africa Cup of Nations.
