President Bola Tinubu has joined millions of Nigerians in celebrating the national U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, following their stunning semi-final victory over Brazil at the 2026 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
He commended the team’s historic qualification for the final, the President and the players alongside the coaching crew for their dedication and resilience throughout the tournament.
The Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onaniga quoted Tinubu as calling on all Nigerians to rally behind the young ambassadors as they chase world glory.
As the Flamingos gear up to face Japan in the ultimate showdown, President Tinubu urged the girls to maintain their fierce winning spirit and confidence. In his direct message to the team, he said: “Go for the trophy, Flamingos! Nigeria is proud of you.”
