The night was alive at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja, where Nigerian music icons Teni, Flavour, Timi Dakolo, and Fido took the stage in a spectacular tribute to the Super Falcons following their historic WAFCON triumph. The Presidential dinner hosted by President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu honored the team hours after their return from Morocco.
Teni delivered a high-octane set that had players and guests dancing along, while Flavour brought cultural flair with his signature highlife grooves. Timi Dakolo and Fido added soulful melodies that roundly uplifted the celebratory mood.
In addition to the performances, the Falcons received national honors and generous awards: each squad member was granted the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), a three-bedroom apartment in Abuja, and ₦100 million in cash support. Members of the technical crew were also recognized and rewarded
The event was attended by notable dignitaries including Minister of Arts and Culture Hannatu Musawa, Minister of State for Finance Doris Uzoka‑Anite, Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo, comedian Seyi Law, and football analyst Kelechi Anyikude.
Key Highlights:
- The performance was an energetic celebration of Nigeria’s unbeatable women’s team.
- Recognitions and cash rewards reflected the nation’s appreciation for their WAFCON victory.
- The gala symbolized national unity and pride in female athletic achievement.
This event capped off a momentous return to the homeland, following a dramatic 3–2 comeback win over Morocco to secure Nigeria’s 10th WAFCON title
Let me know if you’d like player reactions, more about the honors given, or behind-the-scenes moments captured from the gala.
