WAFCON 2026: Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade declares readiness for tournament

Nigeria captain Rasheedat Ajibade has declared herself ready for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after stepping up her preparations for the continental showpiece during the off-season.

The Super Falcons skipper has been focusing on maintaining peak physical condition ahead of the tournament and recently shared updates from her training camp in Mallorca, where she has been working alongside Nike and 292 Performance.

Ajibade posted photos and videos of her intense workout sessions on social media, highlighting her determination to arrive at the tournament in top shape as Nigeria targets continental success.

The versatile forward accompanied the post with a confident message that reflected both her commitment and faith ahead of the competition.

“Off season, on purpose. Mallorca with Nike and 292 Performance. Ready for WAFCON 2026 for God’s glory.”

Ajibade’s message comes as the Super Falcons continue their build-up to the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, with expectations once again high for Africa’s most successful women’s national team.

As captain, the experienced forward is expected to play a leading role both on and off the pitch, providing inspiration and leadership to a Nigerian side aiming to reclaim continental glory.

Her dedication during the off-season underscores her determination to lead by example, with fans hopeful that her hard work will translate into strong performances when the tournament gets underway.