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Nigeria won their eight African Women's Championship title in Yaounde, Cameroon on Saturday.
The Super Falcons defeated the Indomitable Lioness' 1-0 in front of the home crows.
Desire Oparanozie struck late to ensure the Falcons retained the trophy they won in Namibia two years ago.
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In a repeat of the 2014 final, Cameroon finished as runners-up again despite enjoying massive home support.
The winning goal from Nigeria was a huge blow for the hosts and the thousands of fans who filled the 40,000 capacity Ahmadou Ahidjo stadium more than five hours before kick-off.
Ghana finished as bronze medallists after a 1-0 win over South Africa on Friday.