Chairman of Oramah Football Club & Academy, Abuja, Dr. Pat Ifeanyi Oramah, has congratulated the Super Falcons for their dramatic 3-2 win over hosts Morocco to claim the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title in Rabat.
Dr. Oramah, who had pledged N500,000 for every goal scored by the Nigerian side in the final, confirmed he would redeem the N1.5 million promised following the Falcons’ three-goal performance. He said the reward would be presented once the team returns home with the trophy.
“By winning the 2024 WAFCON, their 10th trophy, the Super Falcons have reconfirmed their preeminence in female football in Africa and given us immense pride and joy as Nigerians,” Oramah stated.
He praised the team’s fighting spirit after they came from 2-0 down to secure victory, describing it as a reflection of the “never-say-never attitude of the average Nigerian.”
The Oramah FC boss also commended team captain Rasheedat Ajibade and goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who were named Player of the Tournament and Goalkeeper of the Tournament, respectively. He credited the collective effort of the entire squad for their individual honours.
Special recognition was given to head coach Justin Madugu, who was named Coach of the Tournament. Dr. Oramah said Madugu’s success highlights the competence and potential of indigenous coaches and called for greater opportunities for local tacticians in national teams.
According to Oramah, the Falcons’ talent and determination inspired his pledge. He added that his club and academy were established to nurture young talents capable of bringing glory to Nigeria through football.
