President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a generous financial reward for Nigeria’s victorious U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.

Under the presidential reward package, each member of the victorious team, including the head coach, will receive ₦100 million, while each member of the technical crew will receive ₦50 million in recognition of their contributions to the country’s historic achievement.

The announcement was made as the President hosted the world champions at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where they were formally celebrated for bringing unprecedented glory to Nigeria and the African continent.

The reception was attended by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, alongside the leadership of the Federal Ministry responsible for sports development, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and the National Sports Commission (NSC).

The presidential recognition followed the Flamingos’ remarkable campaign at the tournament, where they defeated Japan 2–1 in the final played in Rabat, Morocco, on Saturday, November 7, to become the first African nation to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

Nigeria’s historic victory was secured through goals from Awawu Bashiru in the 39th minute and Oluebube Umejiaku in the 47th minute. Japan’s Fuki Ito pulled one back in the 80th minute, but the Nigerian girls held on to secure the coveted trophy.

The team’s journey to the title was particularly remarkable, having lost their opening group-stage encounter 2–1 to Poland before recovering with six consecutive victories against Puerto Rico, Korea DPR, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil and Japan.

Their emphatic 3–1 semi-final victory over Brazil secured Nigeria’s first-ever appearance in the final, before they completed their historic mission against Japan.

The achievement represents a significant milestone in African women’s football, as the Flamingos became the first African team to lift the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup trophy. It also makes Nigeria the first African country to win both the men’s and women’s editions of the FIFA U-17 World Cup.

President Tinubu’s financial reward underscores the Federal Government’s recognition of the players’ dedication, resilience and outstanding representation of the country on the global stage.

The historic reception and accompanying financial incentives are expected to further inspire young Nigerian athletes, particularly girls, while reinforcing the importance of sustained investment in grassroots sports development and the nurturing of emerging sporting talents.

The Flamingos’ triumph has undoubtedly secured them a special place in Nigeria’s sporting history.