Benue State Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia has immortalized Super Falcons forward Francisca Mlumun Ordega (OON) with a shower of prestigious rewards following her sensational performance at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). In a grand state reception held in Makurdi on Wednesday night, Governor Alia announced a ₦50 million cash gift, the allocation of a fully furnished three-bedroom apartment, and the naming of a street in her honor.
The ceremony, attended by top state officials, sports enthusiasts, and community leaders, was a celebration of Ordega’s pivotal role in the Super Falcons’ victorious WAFCON campaign. Her speed, skill, and leadership on the pitch were widely hailed as decisive factors in Nigeria’s triumph, earning her admiration across the African continent.
Governor Alia, visibly proud of the football star, described her as a shining example of dedication, discipline, and determination. “Francisca Ordega has made Benue State and Nigeria proud. Her commitment and talent have inspired countless young athletes, especially girls, to believe in their dreams. This is our way of saying thank you for lifting our spirits and putting our state on the global map,” he said.
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Ordega, who hails from Gboko in Benue State, has enjoyed a glittering football career, representing Nigeria at multiple FIFA Women’s World Cups and Olympic Games. Her latest achievement at WAFCON not only secured another continental title for the Super Falcons but also reinforced her legacy as one of Nigeria’s most celebrated female footballers.
With the governor’s gesture, Ordega joins the ranks of Nigerian sports icons who have received monumental state honors for their contributions to national glory. The street naming, in particular, ensures her legacy will be etched permanently into the heart of Makurdi, inspiring generations to come.
