‘Together, We’ll Keep Soaring’: Super Falcons Applaud MTN Nigeria After Historic WAFCON Triumph
Fresh off their record-breaking 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title, the Super Falcons of Nigeria have formally expressed their gratitude to MTN Nigeria for its unwavering support throughout their victorious campaign.
On August 5, 2025, the team presented a heartfelt letter to MTN at the company’s headquarters in Ikoyi, Lagos.
Signed by team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, the letter acknowledged MTN’s visible presence from pre-tournament preparations to the celebratory reception following their dramatic 3–2 comeback win against Morocco in the WAFCON 2024 final.
The gesture came just days after MTN hosted a breakfast reception in honour of the Super Falcons, where the telecommunications giant rewarded the players and technical crew with a generous sum of ₦150 million. Of that, ₦115 million was allocated to the players, while ₦35 million was shared among the coaching and support staff.
During the reception, MTN Nigeria CEO Dr. Karl Toriola commended the team’s resilience and performance, stating:
‘Our investment in Nigerian football has been fruitful. We are proud of the Super Falcons and their determination.’
In their letter, the Super Falcons emphasized that MTN’s role extended far beyond sponsorship. They described the company’s involvement as a source of inspiration and solidarity, highlighting its support during training, travel, and the public celebration upon their return from Morocco.
Ajibade wrote:
‘This victory belongs not only to us as a team, but to Nigerians everywhere—and to those who have continued to believe in and support women’s football. This win is not a final destination, but a stepping stone. We are determined to soar even higher on the global stage.’
MTN’s partnership with the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has included support for both male and female national teams, grassroots football initiatives, and major national competitions. At the reception, MTN reaffirmed its commitment to advancing gender representation in sports and corporate leadership.
Onyinye Ikenna-Emeka, Chief Marketing Officer at MTN Nigeria, added:
‘The Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) is a championship that has been held 13 times, and Nigeria has won 10 times. This is no small feat. It is a testament to how determined Nigerian women can be when they set out to achieve something. What you have achieved not only makes Nigeria proud, but it makes us—even we women—proud.’
The Super Falcons concluded their message by calling for continued collaboration across sectors to build a lasting legacy for women’s football in Nigeria. They described the MTN-hosted celebrations as a symbol of shared national pride and a powerful reminder of what visibility and belief in female athletes can achieve.
