In a pointed statement on Tuesday, the NFF highlighted a fraudulent Facebook post falsely claiming that Plumptre was complaining about her exclusion from Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
Official Clarification from NFF
NFF Director of Competitions, Ruth David, dismissed the report as “totally false.” She explained that Plumptre has long maintained she is not on Facebook, with impersonators running cloned accounts despite repeated attempts to shut them down.
“The Coach has not submitted any list of players for the Women AFCON, so the scamster got it all wrong,” David stated. She referenced similar recent incidents, including fake claims involving striker Esther Okoronkwo and a false retirement report about Asisat Oshoala.
The NFF appealed to media owners, workers, and social media users to double-check facts to protect their credibility and curb the growing menace of misinformation in Nigerian sports.
Plumptre Speaks Out
The player herself took to Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday to denounce the fake accounts:
“Awful false accounts. I’ve posted on my IG and X for people to report. They are using my identity and scamming people. I’m currently contacting someone in Saudi Arabia to help me take these accounts down because this has been happening for well over a year now.”
Broader Implications
This latest episode underscores the persistent challenge of online impersonation and fabricated stories surrounding the Super Falcons, especially as the team prepares to defend its WAFCON title in Morocco from July 25 to August 16, 2026.
The NFF’s renewed call for responsible journalism aims to safeguard the integrity of Nigerian football news and protect players from unnecessary distractions.
Key Takeaway: Always verify sources — particularly on social media — before sharing stories involving national team players.
The federation continues to work on measures to combat fake news while focusing on preparations for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations campaign.
Stay tuned for authentic updates on the Super Falcons and WAFCON 2026.