President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the full payment of cash rewards promised to Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, following their outstanding achievements in international basketball.
Tinubu disclosed that each D’Tigress player had received the naira equivalent of $100,000, while each team official received the equivalent of $50,000, completing the financial component of the presidential rewards package.
The package also includes national honours and three-bedroom houses in Abuja, in recognition of the team’s contribution to Nigeria’s sporting achievements.
According to the President, fulfilling the commitments required following established legal and administrative procedures to ensure that every aspect of the rewards was properly implemented.
He noted that although the processes took time, the government remained committed to honouring its promises to the athletes.
Tinubu described the full redemption of the rewards as a significant milestone, stating that it was the first time a Federal Government had fulfilled presidential sporting rewards of such scale within one year.
The President also disclosed that the outstanding cash rewards promised to members of the Super Falcons were being finalised.
He added that the Super Falcons players and officials had already received title documents for their allocated houses and certificates confirming their national honours.
Tinubu further stated that the promises of houses and national honours made to members of the Super Eagles had also been fulfilled.
The President emphasised that Nigerian athletes who represent the country and bring honour to the nation deserve more than public recognition and applause. He said they also deserve a government that honours its commitments and provides tangible rewards for their efforts.
He congratulated the athletes once again, expressing pride in their achievements and urging them to continue representing Nigeria with dedication and excellence.
Tinubu also encouraged Nigerian athletes to remain committed to making the country proud, assuring them that their contributions would be recognised and appreciated.
The development highlights the Federal Government’s commitment to rewarding sporting excellence and recognising athletes whose performances have strengthened Nigeria’s reputation on the international stage.
The President concluded by expressing confidence in the country’s athletes and reaffirming the importance of ensuring that their achievements receive appropriate recognition and support.
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