Tinubu hosts Flamingos after historic World Cup triumph, celebrates Nigeria’s first FIFA U-17 Women’s Title

The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu (centre), received the victorious players and technical crew on behalf of the President at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja.

President Bola Tinubu has honoured Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, after they made history by winning the country’s first-ever FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title.

The victorious players and their technical crew were received at the Presidential Banquet Hall, Abuja, where First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu represented the President.

The Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in the final played in Morocco on November 7 to become the first African team to lift the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup trophy.

Goals from Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku secured the historic victory for Nigeria, ending years of attempts by African teams to win the competition.

President Tinubu had earlier congratulated the team, describing their achievement as a proud moment for Nigeria and a major milestone for women’s football in Africa.

In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said he received the news of the victory shortly after returning from official engagements in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States.

He praised the players for their determination, discipline and commitment, noting that their success had brought joy and honour to millions of Nigerians.

The Flamingos’ journey to the title was marked by resilience. After losing their opening match 2-1 to Poland, the team bounced back strongly, defeating defending champions North Korea, Puerto Rico and Mexico.

Nigeria secured a place in the final after overcoming Brazil 3-1 in the semi-final before defeating Japan to claim the historic trophy.

The victory adds to Nigeria’s growing dominance in women’s sports. Less than two years ago, the Super Falcons won their 10th Women’s Africa Cup of Nations title, while the D’Tigress also lifted the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket championship.

The Flamingos’ triumph has attracted widespread commendation from government officials, football authorities and fans across the world, with many describing the players as symbols of Nigeria’s sporting potential.

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