Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic qualification for the final of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The governor described the team’s 3-1 victory over Brazil as a remarkable achievement, praising the players for their determination, tactical discipline, teamwork and fighting spirit throughout the competition.
In a congratulatory message issued on Thursday, Okpebholo said the Flamingos had demonstrated the resilience, courage and competitive spirit that Nigerians are proud of, adding that their achievement had brought joy and renewed hope to football fans across the country.
He particularly applauded goal scorers Queen Joseph and Awawu Bashiru for their outstanding contributions to the victory, while commending the entire squad and technical crew for their commitment and dedication.
The governor urged the players to remain focused, disciplined and determined as they prepare to face Japan in Saturday’s final.
Expressing confidence in the team’s ability to emerge victorious, Okpebholo said he believed the Flamingos could go all the way and bring the trophy home.
He further assured the team that Nigerians, particularly the people of Edo State, were firmly behind them and would be cheering them on as they pursue Nigeria’s first-ever FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title.
Okpebholo wished the players success in the final, urging them to seize the historic opportunity and make the country proud.
The congratulatory message was contained in a statement signed by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Dr Patrick Akhere Ebojele, and dated Thursday, November 5, 2026.
