Former Super Eagles defender finally receives property 31 years after Nigeria’s Tunisia triumph.

Benedict Iroha

Iroha Finally Receives Long-Awaited Reward

Former Super Eagles left-back Benedict Iroha has officially taken possession of the house promised to members of Nigeria’s 1994 Africa Cup of Nations winning squad by late military head of state General Sani Abacha.

The property, located in Owerri, Imo State, was handed over to the 1994 AFCON star on December 26, 2025, 31 years after Nigeria’s triumph in Tunisia.

Iroha, a key member of the squad that defeated Zambia 2-1 in the final (with Emmanuel Amunike’s brace), expressed profound gratitude for the fulfillment of the long-standing pledge.

The houses were part of rewards announced by Abacha’s regime for the team’s success, alongside cash and national honors, but delivery faced significant delays over the decades.

Many players from the legendary side, including Rashidi Yekini, Stephen Keshi, and Jay-Jay Okocha, had previously received theirs in various states, but Iroha’s case lingered until now.

The ex-international, who also featured at the 1994 and 1998 World Cups, thanked authorities for resolving the matter and described the moment as “emotional closure” for his contributions to Nigerian football.

A heartwarming end to a decades-long wait for one of the heroes of Nigeria’s second AFCON title!