First Lady praises Nigeria’s U-17 women’s team for becoming the first African side to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated the national U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
In a congratulatory message, the First Lady commended the players and technical crew for making history as the first African team to lift the trophy.
“I am glad to join millions of Nigerians in celebrating your incredible achievement,” she said.
“Your path to victory was not an easy one. You shrugged off your shaky start and took on the world, winning six matches in a row on your way to the golden trophy.”
Highlighting the significance of the achievement, Tinubu said the team’s performance had brought pride to Nigeria and the African continent.
“I am particularly proud of this inspiring feat which has now placed the country, and indeed Africa, at the pinnacle of women’s football across the world,” she added.
“Through your team spirit, dedication, and hard work, Nigeria again is the toast of the world.”
The First Lady extended her warm congratulations to the players, Head Coach and entire technical crew, praising their resilience, commitment and hard-earned victory.