Newly crowned African champions, Super Falcons, during the week, paid a historic visit to the headquarters of Nigerian Breweries (NB) after their WAFCON 2024 victory.
It was not a regular day at the office for the staff. The sombre atmosphere at the Iganmu head office was replaced with cheers, music, and fanfare as the newly crowned African champions walked through the gates, carrying their WAFCON trophy.
The visit was the first of its kind in recent times by a victorious national women’s team to a corporate organisation, and it showed the deep bond between the Super Falcons and Nigerian Breweries, especially its key brands, Goldberg and Amstel Malta, which have supported women’s football in recent years.
The players, dressed in branded tracksuits, were welcomed with singing and dancing by the excited staff. As the team toured the office, they stopped at every department, marketing, HR, logistics, and more, shaking hands, taking photos, and sharing laughs.
People took selfies with the players, hugged them, and thanked them for making the country proud. “We usually deal with reports and planning, but today was different,” said one staff member. “Seeing our champions up close was something special.”
After the tour, the Super Falcons were treated to a brief indoor ceremony where the company announced a multi-million-naira donation to the team. It said the money was a thank-you for the players’ courage, teamwork, and the joy they brought to Nigerians.
The Head of Marketing Communications at Nigerian Breweries Plc, Sandra Amachree, said, “these women have made Nigeria proud. They’ve shown us strength, beauty, and excellence. Nigerian Breweries, through Goldberg and Amstel Malta, is pleased to stand with them—not just today, but always.
“This visit is more than a celebration. It shows what is possible when businesses support sports, especially women’s football. The Super Falcons have done their part. Now it’s our turn to do more.”
The celebration didn’t stop at the office. After leaving the compound, the Super Falcons boarded an open-top bus for a trophy parade through parts of Lagos.
Starting from Iganmu, the bus moved through Costain, Ojuelegba, Yaba, Jibowu, and Obalende before ending at Ikoyi. Fans stood by the roadside, waving, cheering, and dancing as the players smiled and held up the trophy. Children waved flags, cars honked in support, and many people rushed to take pictures of the passing bus.
The grand celebration ended with a colourful evening at Eko Hotel and Suites, where guests, including celebrities and sports fans, gathered to honour the team.
It wasn’t just about speeches—several players got on stage to sing and dance. Goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie led a fun dance session, while Deborah Abiodun, Flourish Ijamilusi, and others showed they were just as talented off the pitch.
“This visit shows how much Nigerian Breweries cares. They believed in us, even before we lifted the trophy.” the Nigeria Football Federation President, Ibrahim Gusau stated.
