Representing the President at a reception in honour of the team at the State House, Abuja, the First Lady congratulated the players for making history as the first African nation to win the prestigious tournament and the first African women’s team to win a FIFA World Cup title at any level.

The five-year savings bonds will attract between 12 and 14 per cent annual interest, with each player expected to receive approximately ₦1.1 million monthly to support their education, welfare, training and other needs, while the principal remains secured until they attain adulthood.

The First Lady specially celebrated Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku, whose decisive goals secured Nigeria’s victory in the final, with Umiaks also emerging as the tournament’s Most Valuable Player and winner of the Golden Ball award.

She commended the players, their head coach, Akeem Busari, the technical crew and other officials for their dedication and teamwork, urging the young champions to remain humble, disciplined and focused as they build on their historic achievement.