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Nigeria Captain Ajibade Has Surgery After Olympic Qualifier Injury

By Zee Dladla | 18.10.2026 | Business Last Updated On 18.10.2026

Nigeria Captain Ajibade Has Surgery After Olympic Qualifier Injury

Nigeria women’s football captain Rasheedat Ajibade has undergone successful surgery after suffering an injury while representing the Super Falcons in an Olympic qualifying match.

Injury and recovery

  1. Ajibade was injured on Tuesday during the return leg of Nigeria’s second qualifying-round tie against Comoros for the 2028 Olympic Games.
  2. The 26-year-old forward is expected to be unavailable for a period as she begins rehabilitation.
  3. She announced the operation’s success in an Instagram post and thanked supporters for their messages, prayers and encouragement.

“Surgery done. Recovery mode on. Thank you all for the love and prayers. Back soon for His greater glory,” Ajibade wrote.

No timetable has yet been provided for the Super Falcons captain’s return to action.

Written by
Zee Dladla
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Following ZAlebs' transition to Celebrity Worx in 2016, Zibuyile was promoted to Executive Editor, recognized for her sharp audience insight and ability to match editorial with branded content. Highlights of her time include a Bookmark Award nomination, judging TLC's Next Great Presenter, reporting from the MTV EMAs, and building partnerships with radio stations like YFM, Cliff Central, and Good Hope FM.

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Published on 18.10.2026
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