Flamingos
Tinubu said, “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.”
President BolaTinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their victory over Brazil in Wednesday’s semi-final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The President described the team’s qualification for the final as a remarkable achievement that had brought immense pride and joy to millions of Nigerians at home and abroad.
In a statement issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu also applauded the coaching crew and everyone whose hard work and support contributed to the team’s successful campaign.
As the Flamingos prepare to face Japan in the final, the President urged the players to remain focused, confident and determined, assuring them of the support and goodwill of Nigerians.
“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,” he said.
Tinubu also called on Nigerians to rally behind the young players, describing them as worthy ambassadors whose achievements continue to showcase the country’s sporting excellence.
“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,” the President stated.
He further expressed confidence in the team’s ability to clinch the trophy, urging the players to give their best in the decisive encounter.
“Once again, Nigeria is proud of you. Go for the trophy, Flamingos!” he added.
