First Lady Remi Tinubu Hails Historic Victory of World Champion Flamingos

First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has joined millions of Nigerians to celebrate the national under-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, following their historic title triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

In a congratulatory message, the First Lady described the team’s journey as a remarkable story of resilience, commitment, and hard work. She highlighted how the squad overcame a slow start in the tournament to record six consecutive victories on their way to lifting the trophy.

Senator Tinubu noted that the achievement holds immense significance, as it marks the first time an African team has claimed the global title. She expressed pride in the players and technical crew, stating that their unity and determination have once again projected Nigeria onto the global stage and placed African women’s football at its peak.

Commending Head Coach Bankole Olowookere and the entire technical team, the First Lady applauded the entire squad for demonstrating the determination and competitive spirit of the nation.