TINUBU CONGRATULATES FLAMINGOS AFTER 2-1 VICTORY OVER JAPAN TO WIN U-17 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP
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By: Muftau Fatimo
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their 2-1 victory over Japan in the final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco on Saturday.
The President’s congratulatory message came after the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, was seen cheering the Nigerian team during the final from her residence, chanting “Nigeria! Nigeria!” as the players battled for the trophy.
Tinubu’s message was contained in a statement issued on Saturday and signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Describing the victory as wonderful news, the President praised the young players for their courage, discipline and determination, noting that their achievement had given Nigerians another reason to celebrate.
“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 giving up,” Tinubu said.
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