Chairman National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has fulfilled a personal donation of ₦10 million promised the Super Eagles B team should they beat visiting Ghana’s Black Galaxies in Uyo.
The Super Eagles whipped the Black Galaxies 3-1 to secure Nigeria’s place at the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN) scheduled for February 2025.
The pledge made before the crucial encounter, was revealed by the NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, who initially expressed his own intention to personally reward the team for a win.
The Super Eagles B delivered a stellar performance in front of an electrified crowd at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.
Sodiq Ismaila opened the scoring in the 18th minute, followed swiftly with goals from Nduka Junior and Saviour Isaac in the 21st and 25th minutes, respectively.
Despite Ghana’s consolation goal from Stephen Amenkona in the 71st minute, the Nigerian team dominated proceedings to claim a deserved victory.
The 2025 CHAN tournament, which exclusively features players competing in Africa, will be co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania from February 1 to 28.