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House Committee on Sports Applauds Super Falcons’ Early Quarterfinal Qualification

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July 11, 2025

The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has congratulated the Super Falcons on their strong start to the 2025 African Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, where they became the first team to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.

The nine-time African champions kicked off their Group B campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Tunisia, followed by a hard-fought 1-0 win against Botswana on Thursday. With two wins from two matches, the Super Falcons have confidently booked their place in the last eight.

Reacting to the team’s performance, Chairman of the House Committee on Sports, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, expressed pride in the squad and faith in their ability to reclaim the continental title last won in 2018.

“Slowly but surely, the best team in Africa is making its way back to the top,” said Hon. Amadu, who represents Gusau/Tsafe Federal Constituency. “Winning their first two games in such convincing fashion shows their focus, strength, and determination to reclaim the crown.”

He also reiterated the nation’s collective support behind the team’s campaign:

“The Federal Government, the National Sports Commission, the Nigeria Football Federation, and over 180 million Nigerians are fully behind the Super Falcons. We are confident this team has what it takes to go all the way and bring the trophy home after a seven-year wait.”

The Super Falcons will play their final Group B match against Algeria on Sunday, July 13, 2025. While their quarterfinal opponent is yet to be determined, the knockout fixtures are scheduled for Friday and Saturday next week.

Hon. Amadu concluded by commending the team’s depth, talent, and fighting spirit, expressing optimism that the current squad will restore Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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