President Bola Tinubu gave each Super Falcons player N153 million and a house after they clinched the Women’s African Cup of Nations, a move that’s stirred praise and criticism alike — www.isagoal.com reports.
Some Nigerians saw it as a grand thank-you; others said it sent the wrong message to struggling teachers, police, and healthcare workers.
According to Daily Trust, critics believe the gesture highlights inequality, but supporters argue it’s recognition of something truly rare.
Moments like the Falcons’ win don’t happen every day, and they carry symbolic weight that rallies national pride.
Nelson Mandela once said, “Sport has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.”
The Falcons didn’t just play; they carried Nigeria’s flag and made it shine across borders.
Their reward wasn’t about dismissing other professions but about saluting global excellence.
Countries like France have done the same, rewarding football champions without undermining civil institutions.
This gift wasn’t about misplaced priorities—it was a response to something extraordinary.
While healthcare workers and educators deserve better support, this moment called for celebration, not condemnation.
As JFK said, “We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.”
Let the applause for the Falcons inspire continued pressure for better conditions for Nigeria’s everyday heroes.
This article was updated 16 hours ago