According to a report by Punch Newspaper on Thursday November 5, 2026, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, after they defeated Brazil to qualify for the final of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

Tinubu described the team’s achievement as a source of immense pride and joy for Nigerians at home and abroad. The Flamingos secured their place in the final with Wednesday’s semi-final victory over Brazil.

In a statement issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the players for their performance and commended the coaching crew and others who supported the team’s campaign.

He said the squad’s progress to the final reflected the hard work and commitment of everyone involved.

Tinubu also urged the players to remain focused as they prepare to face Japan in the tournament’s decisive match.

I encourage you to approach the final with the same fighting spirit and belief that have brought you this far. I have confidence in your ability to make history by winning the coveted world title, he said.

The President assured the team that Nigerians would be supporting them as they pursued the title.

His message followed a run that has taken the Flamingos to the final of the competition, where they will have the opportunity to secure the country’s first title in the tournament.

Tinubu’s statement also recognized the role of the coaches and supporters in the team’s progress, alongside the players’ efforts on the pitch.

He extended his congratulations to the delegation as preparations turn to the final against Japan.

The Flamingos’ victory over Brazil drew attention to the team’s campaign and their chance to finish the tournament as world champions.

Reaching the final marks a significant achievement for the Nigerian side, which represents the country at the U-17 level.

The final against Japan is the team’s next challenge, with Tinubu calling on the players to carry the confidence and determination that brought them through the semi-final. He said he believed they could make history by winning the trophy.

The President’s congratulatory message was issued as the Flamingos prepare for the match, with the team set to represent Nigeria on the final stage of the youth tournament.

Tinubu’s remarks added to the support and goodwill being expressed for the squad ahead of the contest.