The Nigerian senior women’s national team has officially established its base in Yaoundé, Cameroon, following their arrival on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This tactical landing marks the start of the final phase of preparations for a high-profile double-header against the Indomitable Lionesses, a rivalry often dubbed a clash of continental titans. The delegation from Abuja was spearheaded by head coach Justine Madugu, who was accompanied by his technical assistants, essential backroom personnel, and home-based call-ups Anderline Mgbechi and Fatima Oloko.
The camp’s intensity is set to escalate immediately, with the squad’s contingent of foreign-based professionals scheduled to arrive throughout the day on Wednesday. These elite stars, traveling from their respective clubs across Europe and North America, will integrate with the domestic players to form the full 25-woman roster. With the first whistle only days away, the technical crew has prioritized rapid acclimation to ensure the “African Queens” are physically and mentally prepared for the hostile atmosphere of a regional derby.
“Nigeria’s Super Falcons have settled down in Yaounde ahead of their double-header friendlies against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. The African champions landed in the Cameroon’s capital on Wednesday.”
The schedule for the week is tightly packed, with the opening friendly set to take place this Saturday, February 28. This encounter serves as the primary rehearsal for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, where Nigeria aims to defend its status as the continent’s most decorated side. Following a brief recovery period, the two nations will engage in a second tactical battle next Tuesday, providing Coach Madugu with ample opportunity to rotate his squad and finalize his tournament depth chart.
This visit to the Cameroonian capital is seen as more than a simple warm-up; it is a vital psychological test for a team drawn into a competitive WAFCON Group C alongside Zambia, Egypt, and Malawi. By facing a physical opponent like Cameroon on their home turf, the Super Falcons intend to sharpen their defensive organization and offensive chemistry. As the players begin their first collective training sessions in Yaoundé tonight, the focus remains squarely on maintaining Nigeria’s historical dominance over their neighbors to the east.
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