Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has rewarded members of the Super Falcons from the state with N60 million and a house.
The Super Falcons recently clinched their 10th WAFCON title in Morocco.
The governor announced the reward during a reception held in honour of defender Tosin Demehin, the team’s media officer Mary Akinsola, and team secretary Mary Oduboku in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Monday, August 4, 2025.
Aiyedatiwa gifted Demehin N30 million and a house at Sunshine Estate, Oba Ile in Akure North, while Akinsola and Oduboku received N15 million each.
He expressed pride in the team’s achievements, particularly celebrating the fact that a player and two officials from Ondo State contributed to the victory.
He said the gesture was aimed at encouraging excellence in sports and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to celebrating outstanding athletes.
The governor stated: “To the three of you in the Super Falcons team, I say you have really made us very proud.
“Your achievements are a testimony to your hard work, talent and perseverance. You have demonstrated that with determination and focus, anything is possible.
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“Your victory is not just a triumph for yourselves, but a huge honour for Ondo State and indeed, Nigeria.”
Aiyedatiwa also appreciated President Bola Tinubu for the celebration, recognition, and reward accorded to the Super Falcons.
Demehin expressed her gratitude for the love and warm reception extended to her and the entire Super Falcons team by the governor and the people of Ondo State.
She described winning the WAFCON trophy as a major milestone in her career and credited her development to her early days at Sunshine Queens, which she said helped shape her journey in football.
The defender said: “Winning the trophy was a monumental progress, this hosting makes it even more special. We stand together and united to do more for Nigerian football.
“It’s a gesture like yours that makes youths dream bigger. This will strengthen women football in Ondo State.
“Sunshine queens gave the start that I really needed.
“There are many more like me in Sunshine Queens waiting for there chance which will propel them to the next level.”
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