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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu praised the Flamingos for their courage, resilience and determination, describing their historic triumph as a proud moment for Nigeria.
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Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin congratulated the young players, applauding their hard work and honour for Nigeria.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino described Nigeria’s triumph as a glorious new chapter in world football, while Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade hailed the players as the future of Nigerian football.
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Nigeria recovered from their opening-match defeat to Poland to win six consecutive matches, including a 2-1 victory over Japan in the final.
November 8, (THEWILL) – Nigeria’s historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup has continued to attract congratulatory messages from prominent Nigerians, political leaders and football stakeholders following the Flamingos’ remarkable 2-1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s final in Morocco.
Nigeria became the first African team to win the tournament following an impressive showing to win trophy for the first time.
Reactions have continued to trail the team’s stunning victory, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu leading the reactions, describing the achievement as a proud moment for Nigeria and a landmark accomplishment for African women’s football.
In a congratulatory statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the players for their courage, discipline, determination and never-say-die attitude.
Tinubu said he had followed the team’s progress throughout the competition and recalled that the players had promised to bring the trophy home after defeating Brazil in the semi-finals.
He said: “What wonderful news to return home to! Our young girls have conquered the world and given Nigerians everywhere another reason to celebrate our great country.
“To our gallant Flamingos, I say congratulations. You have shown courage, discipline, determination and the Nigerian spirit of never giving up.
“I followed your journey throughout this tournament, and after your semi-final victory, you promised to bring the trophy home.
“Today, you have kept that promise. You believed in yourselves, fought for one another and carried our nation’s flag to the very top of the world,”
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, also joined the celebrations, describing the triumph as a remarkable story of resilience and commitment.
She said: “Your path to victory was not an easy one. You shrugged off your shaky start and took on the world, winning six matches in a row on your way to the golden trophy, confirming what others already know – that Nigerians are world beaters.
“I am particularly proud of this inspiring feat which has now placed the country, and indeed Africa, at the pinnacle of women football across the world.”
Meanwhile, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi congratulated the team, praising their talent, resilience, hard work and dedication.
In a message shared on his X handle, Obi said the Flamingos had brought immense joy to Nigerians by raising the country’s flag high on the international stage.
He described their achievement as a demonstration of the enormous potential of Nigerian youths.
He wrote on X: “You have made our nation proud, and we truly appreciate your outstanding efforts. Congratulations, champions!”
Deputy Senate President Senator Barau Jibrin also celebrated the team, describing the victory as a remarkable achievement that brought immense pride and honour to the country.
He said: “This victory is a remarkable achievement that has brought immense pride and honour to our country. It is another landmark moment in Nigeria’s football history.”
Super Falcons captain Rasheedat Ajibade expressed excitement over the achievement, describing the young players as the future of Nigerian football.
She wrote on X: “World Champions! You made history, and you made all of Nigeria proud. I’m so proud of every one of you. The future of Nigerian football is here. Congratulations Flamingos.”
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Similarly, FIFA President Gianni Infantino also congratulated the Flamingos on the historic triumph.
He said: “History made in Rabat. Congratulations to Nigeria on winning the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2026! By becoming the first African nation to lift this trophy, you have written a glorious new chapter in world football and brought immense joy to your football-loving country,”
CAF celebrated Nigeria’s historic achievement with a message on its social media platform:
“On top of the world, literally! Nigeria are world champions.”
The Nigeria Football Federation Acting General Secretary, Emmanuel Ikpeme praised the team’s remarkable recovery after losing their opening match against Poland.
He said: “This was an awesome performance by the girls all through. They lost their first match narrowly to Poland but rose stoutly and with determination from that setback to win the six matches that followed and lift this prestigious trophy.”
The National Sports Commission described the victory as a landmark moment for Nigerian and African women’s football.
It said: “The National Sports Commission congratulates the Nigeria U-17 Women’s National Team on this remarkable achievement, which marks a defining moment for Nigerian and African women’s football.
“Congratulations, Flamingos. Nigeria celebrates you. Africa celebrates you.”
Nigeria won six matches and lost one out of their seven matches in Morocco to emerge champions of the tournament.
