Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, on making history as the first African team to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup after a 2–1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final in Rabat, Morocco.

In a congratulatory message to the team, Kalu described the victory as a historic milestone for Nigerian football and a moment of immense national pride, adding that the achievement further demonstrated the talent, resilience and competitive spirit of Nigerian girls on the global stage.

He said, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our Flamingos for etching their names in the history books by emerging as champions of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and becoming the first African team to win the prestigious tournament.

“This remarkable achievement reflects the resilience, discipline and determination that define the Nigerian spirit. Our girls have not only made Nigeria proud but have also raised Africa’s flag high on the global stage.

“As a nation, we celebrate this historic victory and the inspiring journey that brought you to this moment of glory. You have shown a new generation of young Nigerians that with hard work, courage and belief, there are no limits to what can be achieved.

“Your triumph is a powerful reminder of the immense potential of Nigerian youths and the importance of creating opportunities for them to excel in sports and other fields of human endeavour. Congratulations, champions! Nigeria is proud of you.”

He wished the team continued success, urging them to sustain the winning mentality and remain worthy ambassadors of Nigeria in future international competitions.