Former Super Falcons goalkeeper Precious Dede is beaming with joy after her younger sister, Ify, welcomed quadruplets, a milestone Dede shared with her followers on Facebook this past Sunday.
Her post captured the excitement, gratitude, and wonder of the moment, calling the four newborns “four precious blessings at once.”
Dede wrote, “Double the boys, double the girls, quadruple the joy.
Our hearts are full beyond words. Years of prayers, tears and hope have now turned into four miracles.
God is faithful. From waiting to overflowing. One pregnancy, four heartbeats.
Endless joy. Proof that delay is not denial. He turned our waiting into wonders.”
Clarifying Her Role as the Aunt
In an interview on Monday, Dede made it clear that the celebrations were for her sister, not herself.
“The proud mum is my kid sister, Ify, not me. Just clarifying that I am the cool aunt.
Thank you very much,” she told our correspondent, underscoring her excitement at stepping into a joyful role as aunt to four newborns.
A Storied Career in Football
Precious Dede’s own career was nothing short of remarkable.
She featured in four FIFA Women’s World Cup tournaments (2003, 2007, 2011, 2015) and represented Nigeria in three Olympic football competitions (2000, 2004, 2008).
Dede also starred in multiple Women’s Africa Cup of Nations tournaments, helping Nigeria lift the title in 2010 and 2014.
She retired from professional football in 2016.
Life After Retirement
Even after retiring, Dede has remained actively involved in football.
She obtained a CAF C coaching licence in 2024, demonstrating her continued commitment to developing the sport.
In November 2025, she was appointed as the Women’s Football Development Manager for the West Africa Football Union Zone B (WAFU-B), a role focused on nurturing and growing women’s football across the region.
What’s Next?
With the arrival of quadruplets, Dede’s family is stepping into a whirlwind of baby care, love, and excitement.
As the “cool aunt,” Dede is expected to take on a supportive role while continuing her work in football development.
Her public celebration of her sister’s family milestone highlights the importance of family and the joy of new beginnings, suggesting that fans can expect heartwarming updates from her family in the coming months.
Summary
Former Super Falcons goalkeeper Precious Dede celebrated the birth of quadruplets to her younger sister, Ify, sharing the joyous news on social media.
Dede clarified that she is the aunt, not the mother, while expressing gratitude for the “four miracles.”
Dede enjoyed a distinguished football career, participating in four FIFA Women’s World Cups, three Olympic tournaments, and multiple Women’s Africa Cup of Nations victories.
Post-retirement, she earned a CAF C coaching licence and now serves as Women’s Football Development Manager for WAFU-B, balancing her professional responsibilities with the celebration of her growing family.
