President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, on their impressive victory over Brazil in Wednesday’s semi-final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday in Abuja.
According to Onanuga, the President describes the team’s qualification for the final as a remarkable achievement that has brought immense pride and joy to millions of Nigerians at home and abroad.
He said the President also applauds the coaching crew and all those whose hard work and support contributed to the team’s successful campaign.
Onanuga said as the Flamingos prepare to face Japan in the final, the President urges the players to remain focused, confident, and determined, assuring them of the prayers, goodwill, and unflinching support of the Nigerian nation.
He quoted the President as saying: “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.
“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.
“Once again, Nigeria is proud of you. Go for the trophy, Flamingos!”
