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Mission X: House Committee on Sports Backs Super Falcons to Clinch 10th WAFCON Title

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1 year ago

July 7, 2025

Joel Ajayi

The House of Representatives Committee on Sports has called on Nigeria’s Super Falcons to sustain their winning momentum at the 2025 African Women’s Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and bring home a record-extending 10th continental title.

Following a dominant 3-0 victory over Tunisia in their Group B opener on Sunday, the Committee, through its Chairman, Honourable Kabiru Amadu, commended the team’s impressive performance and expressed confidence in their ability to go all the way.

Goals from Asisat Oshoala, Rinsola Babajide, and Chiwendu Ihezuo secured the win for Nigeria, temporarily placing them at the top of the group pending the outcome of the Algeria vs Botswana match.

In a statement released on Monday, Honourable Amadu said the victory was a strong statement of intent and should serve as a launchpad for the team’s campaign to secure a historic 10th WAFCON title—dubbed “Mission X.”

“On behalf of the House Committee on Sports, I congratulate the Super Falcons for their dominant performance against Tunisia,” Amadu said. “This win should energize the team to push forward and realize the dream of winning the African Women’s Nations Cup for the tenth time. The Federal Government, National Assembly, National Sports Commission, Nigeria Football Federation, and indeed all Nigerians are firmly behind you.”

Amadu also assured the team that all necessary support from the relevant institutions is being provided to ensure the squad is well-equipped to succeed.

“The House Committee on Sports has no doubt in your ability. You remain the best team on the continent, and we believe in your capacity to make Nigeria proud,” he added.

Chairman of the Committee, Honourable Kabiru Amadu and a member, Honourable Jonathan Gaza were at the stadium in Morocco to cheer the Super Falcons to victory.

The Super Falcons continue their Group B campaign on Thursday when they face Botswana at 8:00 p.m., before concluding the group stage against Algeria on Sunday, also at 8:00 p.m.

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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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