By Peter Onyekachukwu 
By Peter Onyekachukwu
The Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated the Super Falcons on their historic 10th title win at the 2024 Women Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) held in Rabat, Morocco.
SWAN President, Mr. Isaiah Benjamin, in a statement issued by the association’s Secretary-General, Amb. Ikenna Okonkwo, on Sunday in Abuja, said the team’s victory—especially their comeback win against host Morocco in the final—was a display of commitment and focus.
Mr. Benjamin said, “On behalf of teeming Sports Writers in Nigeria, I congratulate the Super Falcons for exhibiting resilience in their pursuit and fulfillment in winning the 10th WAFCON title. The outcome of their display shows that as a nation, we can achieve greater heights in any endeavour.”
He called for proper rewards for both players and officials of the team, adding that the sports ecosystem, if well harnessed, can turn around Nigeria’s economy.
He said, “I’m particularly delighted with the steady growth of women football in the continent. It goes to show that there’s more ahead. I couldn’t imagine the massive followership that greeted the just concluded WAFCON. The final matchday was spectacular.”
“Though the match was played into late night, yet many football and even non-enthusiasts kept awake to catch a glimpse of what their darling team were up to. All that is needed is for government, corporate bodies and well-to-do individuals to channel greater attention to sports by investing in infrastructure and human development.”
Mr. Benjamin also praised Nigeria’s 2024 Paralympic Games bronze medalist, Eniola Bolaji, who won gold at the 2025 British and Irish Para-Badminton International.
Bolaji defeated world No. 1 and Tokyo Paralympic silver medalist, Qonitah Ikhtiar Syakuroh of Indonesia, in the final of the women’s SL3 category to emerge champion at the Sport Wales National Centre in Cardiff on Saturday.
Mr. Benjamin said, “Eniola Bolaji has maintained a level of consistency on her sporting career path. All she and other Nigerian athletes (both elite and upcoming ones) need is continuous support.”