My Spirits Are High — Super Falcons Captain Ajibade Gives Fresh Injury Update

Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade has reassured fans that she is doing well following an incident during Nigeria’s second-leg encounter against Comoros in the qualifiers for the 2028 Olympic Games.

ccording to Bush Radio Academy, the Paris Saint-Germain forward provided an update on her condition on Thursday, October 15, 2026, through a statement shared on her X account.

Ajibade disclosed that she was undergoing medical scans and consultations, adding that further information about her condition would be made available when necessary.

“Scans and medical consultations are ongoing, and more updates will be shared when available. At the moment, I am doing okay, and my spirits are high,” she said.

The 26-year-old also expressed gratitude to her teammates, family, technical and medical staff, and supporters for their encouragement following the incident.

Despite concerns about her fitness, the Super Falcons captain said she was proud of the team’s performance as Nigeria began its campaign to qualify for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

“It is an honour to lead this group of women. I am proud of how our team began its road to the Olympics, and of the unity, discipline, and fight each player brought to the national team,” Ajibade stated.

She also appreciated fans and well-wishers who sent messages of support and offered prayers for her recovery.

According to the forward, the encouragement she received from those around her had been a source of strength during the period of uncertainty over her condition.

Ajibade further stated that her immediate priority was to recover fully before returning to competitive football for both her club and the national team.

“For now, my focus is on recovery and returning stronger for club and country,” she added.

Her update is expected to reassure supporters as they await further information from the ongoing medical assessments.