According to a report by OwnGoalNigeria on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, after their historic success at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, the Federal Government of Nigeria awarded each member of the Nigerian U17 women's team ₦100 million.

The Flamingos' great accomplishment in winning another major football trophy for the country and their outstanding performance on the international stage have earned them the monetary reward.

On Wednesday, at a presidential reception held at Abuja's State House in honor of the team, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu announced the prizes.

But instead of getting their hands on the cash right away, the young players will get savings certificates from the federal government. It was supposedly decided in order to secure their financial future due to their advanced age.

In the meanwhile, the technical crew members will each receive ₦50 million, and head coach Hakeem Busari will get ₦100 million for his part in leading the team to the historic achievement.

On November 7, 2026, in Rabat, Morocco, the Flamingos won the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup final against Japan by a score of 2-1, cementing their place in history.

Oluebube Umejiaku doubled Nigeria's lead just after halftime, after Awawu Bashiru had put them ahead in the 39th minute.

In the 80th minute, Japan's Fuki Ito scored to cut the deficit in half, but Nigeria held on to their lead all the way to the final whistle and won the championship.

This was a historic moment for women's football in Africa; Nigeria became the first African nation to ever win the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup with this triumph.

In light of the magnitude of the achievement and the role they played in elevating Nigeria's profile on a global scale, the Federal Government has decided to compensate the players and coaching staff.