Boycott threats rocking the Super Eagles camp before their huge AFCON quarter final? Relax—National Sports Commission boss Shehu Dikko just confirmed all player payments are sorted, killing rumors and firing up the squad for Saturday’s Marrakech showdown!
President Tinubu greenlit the full AFCON 2025 budget back on November 14, with NSC assuring funds flow despite processing delays—daily allowances already paid cash, match bonuses approved and rolling out via Finance Ministry and CBN.
Dikko revealed sit-downs with NFF, captain, and seniors locked in stage-by-stage incentives from quarters to final—players knew terms pre-kickoff, accepted happily, and stayed united through their flawless run (12 goals scored!).
No cash crunches derailing the 100% winners—Eagles jet from Fès Thursday for 5 p.m. Stade de Marrakech kickoff vs Algeria Desert Foxes, chasing semis with bonuses secured and patriotism peaking!
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