Sir Justin Pwanidi Madugu, KSM, head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has been lauded by the Knights of St. Mulumba Nigeria for leading the team to their 10th Women’s African Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title at the 2024 finals in Rabat, Morocco, as detailed in a congratulatory letter from Supreme Knight Sir Dr. Charles Mbelede, KSM, dated August 6, 2025. The letter, issued from Yola, Adamawa State, credits Madugu’s strategic discipline and calm demeanor for the historic victory, achieved just a year after his 2024 appointment, fulfilling the team’s “Mission X” mantra.
Mbelede’s letter praises Madugu for showcasing the value of the girl child through the team’s success, emphasizing that hard work, discipline, and resilience transcend gender, resonating with the virtues of the Order’s patron saint, Mathias Kalemba Mulumba. The victory has elevated the Knights of St. Mulumba’s global brand and brought honor to Nigeria, with the Order urging Madugu to aim for the Women’s World Cup next.
The Knights expressed gratitude for Madugu’s technical expertise in grooming a balanced, result-oriented squad, capable of competing at the highest levels, as noted in the letter. The Super Falcons’ success, their first WAFCON title since 2018, underscores Madugu’s tactical acumen, with key players like Asisat Oshoala and Rasheedat Ajibade shining. The Order’s message concluded with a call for continued excellence, wishing Madugu strength to sustain Nigeria’s football legacy on the global stage.
