08-11-2026

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Tinubu Congratulates Flamingos On Historic U-17 World Cup Victory

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos for becoming the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup following their 2-1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final in Rabat, Morocco.According to a statement by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President received the news upon his return from campaign engagements in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States.Tinubu described Nigeria’s maiden triumph as a proud moment for the country and a landmark achievement for African women’s football.“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.“To our gallant Flamingos, I say congratulations. You have shown courage, discipline, determination and the Nigerian spirit of never…

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