The Nigeria U19 Cricket Team, known as the Junior Female Yellow Greens, has received a $5,000 financial boost from the National Sports Commission (NSC) in preparation for their Super Six encounter against England on Saturday, January 24, 2025, at the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup in Malaysia.
Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director General of the NSC, announced the incentive while addressing the team in Malaysia, praising their extraordinary journey as the first Nigerian side to compete in any Cricket World Cup.
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The Junior Yellow Greens have already made headlines with a stunning group-stage victory against cricket powerhouse New Zealand, showcasing their potential on the global stage.
Olopade expressed immense pride in the team, thanking Nigeria Cricket Federation President Uyi Akpata for his dedication to grassroots cricket development.
“Your performance at this U19 World Cup is proof of the Federation’s exceptional work in building cricket from the grassroots level. The entire nation is behind you,” Olopade said.
He also conveyed messages of support from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko.
“President Tinubu wants you to know that Nigeria is proud of you and believes in your abilities. Chairman Dikko is confident you will send England packing. If you defeat England, even greater rewards await,” he added.
In addition to the $5,000 reward for their achievements so far, the NSC leadership pledged more incentives for every win moving forward. Olopade personally donated $1,000 to team captain Lucky Piety to fulfill her request for a laptop.
The Junior Female Yellow Greens, who advanced to the Super Six stage, will face England and Ireland as they aim to continue their historic run in the T20 World Cup.
