Table of Contents
- Announcement of Match Bonuses
- Update from the Minister of State for Finance
- Current Progress on Bonuses
- Government's Focus
The Nigerian government has announced the distribution of match bonuses to the Super Eagles players participating in the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON) taking place in Morocco.
The Minister of State for Finance, Doris Nkiruka-Anite, revealed this information while providing an update regarding the match bonuses for the players.
In a post on X, she stated: “I am happy to share an update on the administrative progress related to the match bonuses for our national team at AFCON 2025.
“The Federal Government, along with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has efficiently streamlined the foreign exchange processing to ensure our players receive their rewards without any further delays.”
She mentioned that moving forward, the process will be completely streamlined to guarantee quicker and more predictable disbursements in line with international best practices.
Nkiruka-Anite further added: “Here is the current status: Funding: All bonuses for the group stage have been fully released and have cleared the necessary regulatory requirements.
“Acceleration: We have introduced a fast-track conversion process to convert funds into foreign currency, respecting the players’ preferences.
“Disbursement: The final transfers to domiciliary accounts are currently in process. Players can expect these funds to be available starting today or tomorrow.
“Our focus is solely on ensuring the team’s welfare so they can maintain their remarkable momentum in the knockout stages.
“We are moving forward with a single objective: Bringing the trophy home.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the players receive their match bonuses?
Players can expect to see the funds reflected in their accounts starting today or tomorrow.
What measures are being taken to ensure timely disbursement?
The government has implemented a fast-track conversion process to facilitate quicker foreign currency conversions and streamlined the overall disbursement process.
What is the government's objective regarding the national team?
The government's primary goal is to support the team’s welfare and ensure they perform well in the knockout rounds, ultimately aiming to bring the trophy home.
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