The Lagos State Football Association has commended FC Robo Queens for their role in nurturing four Super Falcons stars Asisat Oshoala, Rasheedat Ajibade, Folashade Ijamilusi and Shukurat Owolabi who played decisive parts in Nigeria’s historic WAFCON 2024 triumph. The praise came during a gala held in Lagos, celebrating their continued contribution to women’s football and the state’s talent pipeline.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu personally lauded the quartet as products of Lagos’ grassroots development, underscoring that the state is a vibrant incubator for football excellence. Their success was described as both an individual victory and a source of state pride, highlighting the importance of community clubs in national team success.
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We see this recognition not as token ceremony but as affirmation of Lagos’s football blueprint. FC Robo Queens based in Mushin have long been celebrated for producing talents like Oshoala and Ajibade. This validation reinforces that elite football begins at community level, powered by coaching, consistency, and belief.
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The players honoured embody the impact proven pathways can have. Oshoala’s journey from Robo’s turf to Barcelona, and Ajibade’s rise from Lagos to captain the Super Falcons showcase a meaningful narrative: Lagos clubs can serve as springboards to the global stage. Celebrating them inspires the next generation of girls dreaming of jerseys and trophies.
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We also welcome Lagos FA’s message investment in local structures pays dividends. It’s not just about identifying talent it is about nurturing leadership, technical growth, and values alignment early. A state may produce a star once but sustained systems produce many more.
These honours are timely reminders that football growth must be inclusive and purposeful. And if Lagos can model this, it sets a template for other regions use local leagues, support academies, and celebrate success because every national hero began somewhere close to home.
Did You Know?
FC Robo Queens, founded in 1999 and based in Mushin, Lagos, have consistently produced Super Falcons stars due to their strong youth development programme.
Rasheedat Ajibade (born December 1999) tallied 40 goals in 136 for Atlético Madrid before captaining the Super Falcons to WAFCON glory.
Asisat Oshoala was the first African woman to win the UEFA Women’s Champions League—and has won it three times with Barcelona.
Folashade Ijamilusi scored on her WAFCON debut in the thrilling 3–2 final victory over Morocco, marking a tournament-defining moment.
FC Robo Queens play home matches at the Legacy Pitch in Lagos, one of the 14 key venues approved for the recent U‑19 youth league season.