Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic victory at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
Obi, in a post on his X account on Sunday, praised the young players for their talent, resilience, hard work and dedication, saying their achievement had brought immense joy and pride to the country.
In a message titled “Flamingos: You Have Made Nigeria Proud,” the former presidential candidate commended the team for raising Nigeria’s flag high on the international stage.
“I extend my warmest congratulations to our exceptional Flamingos on their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
“To our talented young stars, thank you for raising our flag high and bringing immense joy to our nation. Your remarkable talent, resilience, hard work and dedication have earned you a special place in the hearts of Nigerians.
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“You have made our nation proud, and we truly appreciate your outstanding efforts. Congratulations, champions!” he wrote.
Obi concluded his message with his familiar expression of optimism about Nigeria’s future, declaring, “A new Nigeria is possible.”
The Flamingos made history on Saturday after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final played in Rabat, Morocco, to win their first-ever FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title.
Awawu Bashiru opened the scoring for Nigeria in the 39th minute before Oluebube Umejiaku doubled the lead shortly after the restart in the 47th minute. Japan’s Fuki Ito pulled one back in the 80th minute, but Nigeria held on to secure the victory.
The triumph also made Nigeria the first African country to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, marking a historic milestone for the nation and the continent.
The victory has drawn congratulatory messages from political leaders and other prominent Nigerians, celebrating the young players for their achievement on the global stage.