President Bola Tinubu urges Nigerians to support Nigeria’s 10-time African champions as the team seeks to recover from a 3-2 defeat by Malawi at WAFCON 2026

The Super Falcons have earned the trust, admiration, and unwavering respect of Nigerians through decades of excellence, resilience, and an enduring commitment to our nation’s colours.

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They are champions not only because of the trophies they have won, but because of the character, courage, and determination they have consistently displayed every time they step onto the pitch in service of Nigeria.

The result against Malawi was undoubtedly disappointing. It was not the outcome the team worked tirelessly for, nor the result millions of Nigerians had hoped to celebrate.

But I can say with confidence that no one feels that disappointment more deeply than the players and the technical crew themselves.

They understand the weight of the green and white jersey, and they carry the hopes of an entire nation with immense pride and responsibility.

One result does not diminish the quality of this team, the purpose that brought them to Morocco, or the belief of a nation that has stood firmly behind them.

They came into this championship focused, committed, and determined to achieve two important objectives: securing Nigeria’s qualification for the FIFA Women’s World Cup and reclaiming the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title for a record-extending eleventh time.

The journey of every great champion is marked by moments of adversity. What defines champions is not the absence of setbacks but the strength of their response.

Throughout their illustrious history, the Super Falcons have shown an extraordinary ability to rise after disappointment, respond with courage, and remind the world why they remain the benchmark of women’s football in Africa. I have every confidence that this generation will do the same.

These remarkable women appreciate the privilege of representing more than 200 million Nigerians.

They recognise the confidence reposed in them by the Federal Government of Nigeria, the National Sports Commission, the Nigeria Football Federation, our partners, and the millions of supporters whose prayers, hopes, and expectations accompany them wherever they play.

They wear our national colours not merely as footballers but as proud ambassadors of Nigeria’s resilience, unity, and excellence.

As we look ahead, our focus must remain on the opportunities before us.

This tournament is still alive, our objectives remain within reach, and every match presents another opportunity to demonstrate the true character of this team.

I believe they will respond with the passion, discipline, and fighting spirit that have become synonymous with the Super Falcons.

More than a fervent appeal, may we all continue to stand firmly behind this team in our thoughts and prayers. This is the moment when our encouragement matters most.

Let us replace doubt with belief, criticism with constructive support, and disappointment with renewed hope.

Our players need to know that the nation still believes in them because genuine support is never reserved only for moments of victory.

To our dear Super Falcons, remember who you are. Remember the legacy you represent and the millions of young girls who look up to you as symbols of possibility and inspiration.

Continue to play with courage. Continue to believe in one another. Continue to honour the badge with the passion, discipline, and resilience that have always defined Nigerian champions.

The Super Falcons have written some of the greatest chapters in African football history. I firmly believe they possess the quality, experience, unity, and character to write another.

Nigeria believes in you.