Governor Abiodun Gifts Super Falcons N50m Ahead Of Benin Clash

The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has revealed a cash donation of ₦50 million for the Super Falcons in preparation for their crucial return-leg match in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against the Amazons from Benin Republic, which will take place in Abeokuta, the capital of the state.

Abiodun shared this declaration through a post on Facebook on Tuesday, October 27, following his hosting of the women’s national squad at his workplace in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, the previous day, Monday.

“We were delighted to receive the Super Falcons of Nigeria in our office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, ahead of their second-leg WAFCON 2026 qualifier against the Amazons of Benin Republic.

“In recognition of their inspiring performances and to further motivate them for the task ahead, we announced a support package of ₦50 million to the team,” Abiodun wrote.

He stated that the Super Falcons’ comeback to the MKO Abiola International Stadium in Abeokuta demonstrated that the state’s commitments to advancing sports were yielding positive results.

“Their return to the MKO Abiola International Stadium is a validation that we are doing something right in Ogun State,” the governor said.

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