Former Nigeria Goalkeeper Announces Arrival Of Four Babies

Former Nigeria Goalkeeper Announces Arrival Of Four Babies 

By Niyi Busari 

Former Nigeria women’s national team goalkeeper Precious Dede has announced the birth of quadruplets, marking a deeply personal milestone after years of waiting to become a mother, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The ex-Nigeria women's national football team star shared the news on Instagram on Sunday, expressing profound gratitude and joy at welcoming four children at once — two boys and two girls.

Describing the moment as a testament to faith and perseverance, Dede wrote that the arrival of her children was “proof that delay is not denial.”

“After many years of waiting, God showed up in the most beautiful way — FOUR precious blessings at once. Double the boys, double the girls, quadruple the joy. Our hearts are full beyond words,” she said.

Reflecting on her journey, she added: “Years of prayers, tears, and hope… now turned into four miracles. God is faithful. From waiting to overflowing. One pregnancy, four heartbeats… endless joy.”

Dede is regarded as one of Africa’s most accomplished goalkeepers. She earned more than 90 international caps and represented Nigeria at four FIFA Women’s World Cups (2003, 2007, 2011 and 2015) and three Olympic Games (2000, 2004 and 2008).

She also featured prominently at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, helping Nigeria secure continental titles in 2010 and 2014.

Dede announced her retirement from international football in 2016 following her final FIFA Women’s World Cup appearance in 2015. At club level, she played for Delta Queens, Rivers Angels and Bayelsa Queens in Nigeria, as well as Norwegian side Arna-Bjørnar.

Her latest announcement has been met with widespread congratulations from fans and the football community, celebrating both her storied career and her long-awaited journey into motherhood.