Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated the country’s female U-17 national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
In a congratulatory message issued on Sunday, Mrs Tinubu praised the players for their resilience, determination and commitment, noting that their ability to overcome an unsteady start to the competition demonstrated their strength and winning spirit.
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She described the achievement as a remarkable moment for Nigeria and Africa, particularly as the Flamingos had made history as the first African female team to win the global competition.
The First Lady noted that the team’s journey to the championship was challenging but commended the players for maintaining their focus and securing six consecutive victories to lift the trophy.
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According to her, the victory further reinforces Nigeria’s reputation as a country blessed with exceptional sporting talents capable of competing successfully on the international stage.
Mrs Tinubu also said the achievement had brought pride and recognition to Nigeria and the African continent, particularly in women’s football.
She attributed the team’s success to their unity, discipline, dedication and hard work, describing their performance as an inspiration to young girls across the country.
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The First Lady extended her congratulations to the players, Head Coach and entire technical crew, urging them to remain committed to excellence.
She described the victory as a moment of national pride and commended the team for raising Nigeria’s flag high on the global stage.
