I don start to learn - Super Falcons girl with blue hair Rasheedat Ajibade on Nigeria's new anthem

Super Falcons forward Rasheedat Ajibade has taken to social media to practice the new national anthem.

Nigeria’s national teams are bracing themselves for a historic change as they prepare to belt out a new national anthem during international competitions led by Rasheedat Ajibade.

The Super Falcons forward is leading the charge in preparing for this seismic shift after taking to social media to kickstart her learning process.

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Rasheedat leads new anthem class

In a TikTok video captioned, "I no fit argue abeg....as this one na him be naija problem now," the 24-year-old can be seen diligently practising the new anthem's lyrics and melody.

Ajibade's proactive approach underscores the significance of this transition for Nigeria's sporting ambassadors, who have long drawn inspiration from the powerful words and rousing chorus of "Arise O' Compatriots" before taking the field.

President Bola Tinubu has signed a bill into law, officially replacing the iconic "Arise O' Compatriots" anthem that has resonated through stadiums and arenas for the past 46 years per Pulse Sports.

However, that rich tradition is now set to be consigned to the history books after 46 years, as the government has opted to revert to the country's previous anthem.

From the hallowed turf of the Olympic Games and FIFA World Cups to the prestigious stages of the African Cup of Nations, Commonwealth Games, and All African Games, the soon-to-be-retired anthem has provided the stirring backdrop to some of Nigeria's greatest sporting triumphs over the past five decades.

As the nation's athletes brace themselves for this historic change, the onus now falls on them to embrace the new anthem with the same passion and pride that has defined their predecessors, ensuring that the spirit of Nigerian sport remains unbowed, no matter the tune.

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