Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has praised the Super Falcons for their remarkable comeback win over Morocco in the final of the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), describing the victory as a symbol of Nigerian resilience.
Reacting to the 3-2 victory on Instagram, Osinbajo wrote: “We may bend, but we never break. And in case the world needs a reminder… Naija no dey carry last.”
He hailed the Super Falcons for staying calm under pressure and showcasing the true Nigerian spirit, especially after going two goals down in front of a packed stadium in Rabat.
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“What happened tonight in Rabat was vintage Naija,” he said. “Okoronkwo stepped up and converted the penalty with the composure of someone solving a constitutional crisis.”
The Super Falcons had fallen behind 2-0 early in the game but roared back thanks to goals from Esther Okoronkwo, Folasade Ijamilusi, and a late strike from Jennifer Echegini. With the comeback, Nigeria sealed their 10th WAFCON title, extending their record as the most successful team in the competition’s history.
Osinbajo concluded: “Three goals. One comeback written with resolve. And a trophy that now tells its own story in green white green.”
Nigeria’s victory also came with individual accolades, including Player of the Tournament for Rasheedat Ajibade and Best Goalkeeper award for new Brighton recruit Chiamaka Nnadozie.
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