President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their victory over Brazil to secure a historic qualification for the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The President described the team’s achievement as a remarkable milestone that has brought immense pride and joy to Nigerians at home and abroad, urging the young players to maintain their determination as they prepare for the final against Japan.
Tinubu’s congratulatory message was contained in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
The President commended the players for their outstanding performance against Brazil in Wednesday’s semi-final, describing their qualification for the tournament’s final as a demonstration of Nigeria’s sporting excellence.
He also praised the coaching crew and everyone whose dedication, hard work and support contributed to the team’s impressive campaign.
As the Flamingos prepare for the decisive encounter against Japan, Tinubu urged the players to remain focused, confident and determined, assuring them of the prayers, goodwill and unwavering support of Nigerians.
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“I encourage you to approach the final with the same fighting spirit and belief that have brought you this far. I have confidence in your ability to make history by winning the coveted world title,” the President said.
Tinubu also called on Nigerians to rally behind the team, describing the young footballers as worthy ambassadors whose achievements continue to project the country’s sporting potential on the international stage.
He noted that the Flamingos’ success could inspire a new generation of Nigerian girls to pursue their ambitions in sports and other fields without limitations.
The President emphasised the importance of national support for the team as it seeks to secure the global title against Japan.
“I call on all Nigerians to rally behind the young ambassadors of the nation, whose achievements continue to showcase Nigeria’s sporting excellence and inspire a new generation of girls to pursue their dreams uninhibited,” he added.
Tinubu concluded his message by expressing confidence in the team’s ability to lift the trophy, declaring: “Once again, Nigeria is proud of you. Go for the trophy, Flamingos!”
The final against Japan presents the Nigerian side with an opportunity to crown its impressive campaign with a historic world title.