According to a post on Channels Television official X account on Monday November 9 2026, Nigeria victorious Flamingos have arrived in Abuja after their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Womens World Cup in Morocco.

The team arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in the early hours of Monday. Officials of the Nigeria Football Federation and supporters received the players at the airport.

The Flamingos secured their maiden title on Saturday after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final in Rabat. Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku scored the goals that sealed Nigeria victory.

The achievement made the Flamingos the first African side to win the global age-grade competition. The victory also marked Nigeria first ever global trophy in womens football.

The success followed an impressive run before the tournament. The team won the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Girls Cup in Cote dIvoire with a perfect record of five wins from five matches. They scored 17 goals and conceded only once in the competition.

Head coach Hakeem Busari praised his players for their determination and tactical discipline. He said the victory was not a fluke, and he expressed confidence in the future of African football.

Oluebube Umejiaku was named the player of the tournament for her outstanding performances throughout the competition.

Meanwhile, President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Flamingos on their historic achievement. In a statement issued on Sunday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the victory as a moment of national pride and a significant milestone for African womens football.

Tinubu said he received the news of the victory after returning from campaign engagements in Akwa Ibom and Rivers states.

The Nigeria Football Federation is still awaiting directives from the National Sports Commission on the presidential reception and possible rewards for the team. The federation said the players have been taken to their hotel in Abuja to await further arrangements.

Nigerians have continued to celebrate the team on social media. Many Nigerians described the players as heroes and called on the Federal Government to reward them properly.

The Flamingos victory has brought renewed attention to womens football in Nigeria. Many observers said the achievement shows that investment in grassroots and youth football can produce world champions.

For now, the world champions are back home. Nigerians are waiting for the official reception and the presentation of the trophy to President Tinubu.