Tinubu rewards Flamingos players with N100m Each for historic world cup victory
By Mohammed Ismail
President Bola Tinubu has announced a cash reward of N100 million for each member of Nigeria’s victorious U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The President also approved N100 million for the team’s head coach and N50 million each for members of the technical crew in recognition of their contributions to the country’s success.
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The rewards were announced on Wednesday by First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, when the players, coaches and other officials visited the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Mrs Tinubu, who received the delegation on behalf of her husband, said the gesture was an expression of the President’s appreciation and the nation’s pride in the young footballers.
She explained that each player’s N100 million reward would be placed in a designated bank under a savings certificate arrangement to safeguard the money until they were old enough to manage such funds responsibly.
“Mr President is awarding you all with savings certificates of N100 million each. Each of you will receive N100 million,” she told the players.
The First Lady noted that the beneficiaries were still under 17 and needed proper financial guidance rather than immediate access to such substantial amounts.
She said the head coach would receive N100 million in cash, while each member of the technical crew would get N50 million.
Mrs Tinubu commended the team for bringing honour to Nigeria through their outstanding performance, describing their achievement as a source of national pride.
She also urged the young champions not to forget their faith in God, recalling the moment they collectively worshipped during their celebration.
The Flamingos secured the historic title after defeating Japan 2-1 in the final of the U-17 Women’s World Cup hosted by Morocco.
The victory has attracted widespread commendation, with the Federal Government and other stakeholders announcing financial rewards in recognition of the team’s achievement.
The Presidential gesture is expected to further encourage grassroots female football development and inspire young Nigerian girls to pursue careers in sports.
