President Bola Tinubu congratulated Nigeria’s U‑17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, after they defeated Japan 2‑1 to lift the FIFA U‑17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco on Saturday.
The victory marks a historic moment for Nigerian football, as the Flamingos became the first Nigerian side to win a world title in the women’s game.
The tournament was hosted by Morocco, with the final played on Saturday in front of a packed stadium.
In a tournament that saw Nigeria progress through the group stages and knockout rounds, the Flamingos’ triumph follows a series of strong performances against top international opponents.
As Africa’s most populous country, Nigeria celebrates the achievement as a milestone for women’s football and a source of national pride.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>