President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s celebration of the Super Falcons’ historic 10th WAFCON title has sparked mixed reactions online—and it’s all about the dollar talk.
At a grand reception held on Monday, July 28, Tinubu proudly announced that each of the 24 players would receive the naira equivalent of $100,000, while the 11-member technical team would get $50,000 each. He also awarded the team national honours (OON) and three-bedroom apartments in recognition of their extraordinary feat.
While many Nigerians applauded the move, some social media users took issue with the dollar denomination, arguing that such an announcement should have been made strictly in Naira, especially in a time when the local currency is battling heavy devaluation.
Critics questioned the symbolism, suggesting it undermines confidence in the Naira. But others clapped back, noting that the President clearly stated the “Naira equivalent” of the dollar amounts—making it more a matter of global prestige than currency preference.
Despite the controversy, the overall sentiment remains celebratory, with fans hailing the Super Falcons’ triumph and calling for more investment in women’s football.
Is the outrage valid or just misplaced drama?!
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