Aiyedatiwa gifts Demehin, 2 Super Falcons officials N60m

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Monday rewarded members of the victorious Super Falcons of Ondo origin with N60 million and a house. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Super Falcons recently clinched their 10th WAFCON title in Morocco. The governor announced the reward during a reception held in honour of […]

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State on Monday rewarded members of the victorious Super Falcons of Ondo origin with N60 million and a house.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Super Falcons recently clinched their 10th WAFCON title in Morocco.

The governor announced the reward during a reception held in honour of defender Tosin Demehin, the team’s media officer Mary Akinsola, and team secretary Mary Oduboku.

Aiyedatiwa gifted Demehin N30 million and a house at Sunshine Estate, Oba Ile in Akure North, while Akinsola and Oduboku received N15 million each.

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He expressed pride in the team’s achievements, particularly celebrating the fact that a player and two officials from Ondo contributed to the victory.

He said the gesture was aimed at encouraging excellence in sports and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to celebrating outstanding athletes.

“I would like to extend special congratulations to Oluwatosin Blessing Demehin, a daughter of the soil and a very talented player, who was part of the victorious team.

“Your contributions to the team’s success are truly acknowledged and appreciated.

“To the three of you in the Super Falcons team, I say you have really made us very proud.

“Your achievements are a testimony to your hard work, talent and perseverance. You have demonstrated that with determination and focus, anything is possible.

“Your victory is not just a triumph for yourselves, but a huge honour for Ondo State and indeed, Nigeria,” he said.

Earlier, Super Falcons defender Demehin expressed her gratitude for the love and warm reception extended to her and the entire Super Falcons team by the governor and people of Ondo State. (NAN).