Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the “incredible run” of the super falcons at the World Cup, adding that their performance “ignited a new era of enthusiasm for women’s football in Nigeria”.
The Governor made the assertion after the trio of Asisat Oshoala, Rasheedat Ajibade and Monday Gift paid him a visit yesterday at the State House in Marina
In appreciation of the Falcons’ feat, Sanwo-Olu said he was “honoured to have received” them.
In a post on his official Facebook page, the governor praised the Falcons’ achievements on the field and the unity they brought to our nation.
He wrote
“Honoured to have received some team members of our remarkable Super Falcons at the Lagos House in Marina earlier today. Asisat Oshoala, who came in the company of Rasheedat Ajibade and Monday Gift, came to pay us a courtesy visit,” the post reads.
“The Super Falcons’ incredible run at the FIFA Women’s World Cup has ignited a new era of enthusiasm for women’s football in Nigeria. Their achievements on the field and the unity they brought to our nation are truly remarkable. We will continue to empower and encourage our female athletes and also work towards a brighter future for women’s football in Nigeria.
“A big thank you to these amazing ladies for their visit, and for the gifts of the clubs jerseys.”
Recall that Nigeria’ first lady, Remi Tinubu, also received some members of the Falcons’ World Cup squad on Monday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
