By Arinzechi Chukwunonso
President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated Nigeria’s Under-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
Akpabio described the victorious team as Nigeria’s “Golden Girls”, commending their talent, resilience, discipline and determination in making history for the country and the African continent.
In a congratulatory statement issued by his Media Office and signed by his Special Assistant on Media and Communication, Anietie Ekong, the Senate President said the achievement made Nigeria the first African nation to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
He described the victory as more than a football achievement, noting that it was a proud moment for Nigeria and the entire African continent.
Akpabio praised the players, coaches and technical crew for their collective efforts, saying their courage, teamwork and fighting spirit had brought immense joy and honour to the nation.
He also noted that the triumph would inspire a new generation of young girls across Nigeria and Africa to believe in their abilities and pursue their dreams.
“You have not only won a trophy; you have won the hearts of millions of Nigerians and inspired a generation of young girls to dream big, believe in themselves and reach for greatness,” Akpabio said.
He further described the Flamingos as history makers who had raised Nigeria’s flag high on the global stage.
Congratulating the players, coaches, technical crew and everyone involved in the historic success, Akpabio declared: “The world has heard our victory song!”
