Akpabio Hails Nigeria’s Golden Girls, The Flamingos

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated the Nigerian Under-17 Women’s National Team, the Flamingos, on their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

A statement issued to journalists yesterday in Abuja by the Special Assistant on Media and Communication to the President of the Senate, Anietie Ekong, from the Akpabio Media Office, quoted the Senate President as describing the World Cup-winning team as Nigeria’s “Golden Girls” who had made the nation proud.

Akpabio said: “By achieving this remarkable feat, you have made Nigeria the first African nation to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. This is not just a victory for Nigerian football; it is a proud moment for the entire African continent.

“You have demonstrated extraordinary talent, determination, resilience and the true Nigerian spirit. Your victory is a testament to the hard work of the players, coaches and everyone who contributed to this remarkable achievement.

“Your courage, determination, discipline, teamwork and fighting spirit have brought immense joy and honour to our nation. You have demonstrated that with talent, hard work and belief, no dream is beyond reach.

“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. You are our pride, our champions and our Golden Girls!

“You have raised the Nigerian flag high and inspired millions of young girls across Africa to dream bigger. You are more than champions; you are history makers!

“To the players, coaches, technical crew and everyone behind this historic success, congratulations!

“The world has heard our victory song!” Akpabio said.