WAFCON: Aiyedatiwa Gifts Ondo Super Falcons Player N30m, House
Ondo State governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has rewarded Super Falcons defender, Tosin Demehin, with ₦30 million cash and a house for playing a key role in the team’s WAFCON triumph.
Demehin was an ever-present member of the team that won their 10th trophy in the history of the competition.
Aiyedatiwa made the announcement during a grand reception in Akure held in honour of Ondo State indigenes who were part of the Super Falcons squad at the tournament.
The Governor also rewarded the team’s media officer, Mary Akinsola, and Mary Oduboku, the team’s secretary with the sum of ₦15 million cash.
Aiyedatiwa praised Demehin for her impressive performances in the tournament, and for making Ondo State proud.
He said: “I am extremely delighted to welcome home our brave daughters. Their dedication, hard work and team spirit helped secure this victory.
“You have not only brought glory to the nation, but you have honoured Ondo State.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development and youth empowerment in the state.
The governor said: “We will continue to invest in young talents, create enabling environments, and provide the resources necessary for them to excel in all fields of endeavour especially sports.”
Demehin, who hails from Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, was full of gratitude to the Governor.
She said: “Receiving this honour from my home state means the world to me. As a former Sunshine Queens player, I know there is massive potential in women’s football here. This support gives hope to many young girls with dreams like mine.”
Aiyedatiwa also promised to give maximum support to the Sunshine Stars Football Club of Akure to ensure a quick return of the team to the nation’s premier league.
Demehin made her Super Falcons debut in 2022 against the United States of America, she has represented Nigeria at the Olympics, FIFA Women’s World Cup, and the WAFCON.
She plays as a central defender, she is currently on the books of Galatasaray in the Turkish Women’s League.
WAFCON: Aiyedatiwa Gifts Ondo Super Falcons Player N30m, House is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
