President Tinubu Congratulates Flamingos on Historic U-17 World Cup Victory

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos following their historic victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

The Nigerian team defeated Japan 2-1 in Saturday’s final in Rabat to become the first African country to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the achievement as a proud moment for Nigeria and a landmark milestone for African women’s football.

The President received the news upon his return from campaign engagements in Akwa Ibom and Rivers states.

He praised the young players for their courage, discipline, determination and fighting spirit, noting that they had fulfilled their promise to bring the trophy home after reaching the final.

“What wonderful news to return home to! Our young girls have conquered the world and given Nigerians everywhere another reason to celebrate our great country,” Tinubu said.

He added that the team's achievement would inspire millions of young Nigerian girls by demonstrating that hard work, opportunity and determination could lead to greatness.

Tinubu particularly commended Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku, whose goals secured Nigeria's historic victory, while applauding the entire squad for their teamwork throughout the competition.

The President also recognised the contributions of the coaching crew, the Nigeria Football Federation and the National Sports Commission to the team's success.

He reaffirmed his administration's commitment to investing in grassroots sports development and creating more opportunities for young Nigerians, particularly girls, to discover and develop their talents.

Tinubu congratulated the Flamingos once again, thanking them for bringing pride to the country through their historic achievement.