The National Sports Commission (NSC) has refuted claims that the Super Falcons are owed outstanding bonuses, stating that all entitlements were paid before their last match against Morocco.
Speaking on Arise TV on Friday, NSC Director-General Bukola Olopade addressed the recent concerns raised by team captain Rasheedat Ajibade, who had said the players had yet to receive their bonuses and promised rewards.
“I can confirm authoritatively that all their bonuses have been paid. I spoke with Ajibade yesterday and also with the NFF. Everyone is on the same page,” Olopade stated.
He acknowledged that while most payments had gone through, “one or two players” may be experiencing delays due to banking issues with the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Regarding the $100,000 reward pledged by President Bola Tinubu following Nigeria’s victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), Olopade assured the public that the presidential promise would be fulfilled.
“I can assure you that it will be paid,” he said, adding that the NSC is working closely with the Minister of Works and Housing and the Renewed Hope Housing Initiative to ensure the delivery of the houses promised to the team “in record time.”
Ajibade had earlier expressed frustration over the delays, stating:
“We have not received our money, but hopefully it would be paid. They have not paid all the promises; we have not received anything.”
Despite the concerns, Olopade reiterated the Commission's commitment to athlete welfare.
“The NSC doesn’t play with the remuneration and welfare of athletes,” he said, pledging that all outstanding commitments would be honoured.
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