Historic U-17 World Cup Champions Flamingos Receive ₦100m Each from Nigeria President

The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has today announced a whopping cash gift for the Flamigos after they made history at the FIFA U17 World Cup held in Morocco.

The Flamingos made history by becoming the first African team to win the FIFA U17 World Cup after defeating Japan 2-1 to win the tournament.

During a ceremony on Wednesday, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, speaking on behalf of the President, announced a ₦100 million reward for each player, alongside head coach Hakeem Busari. Members of the technical crew will also receive ₦50 million each in recognition of their contribution to the team's success.

“Before I conclude, let me recall Mr President’s promise to every Nigerian athlete: Make Nigeria proud and come back to a grateful nation,” she said.

“In fulfilment of this promise, it is my pleasure, on behalf of the President, to announce the following rewards for the players, technical crew and administrators of the Flamingos, whose collective efforts have brought honour and pride to our nation by winning the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup.

“For all our players, Mr President is awarding you a savings certificate of N100 million each. Each of you is getting N100 million.”

She added, “For the coach, a reward of N100 million cash, and then for the technical crew, N50 million each. That’s what Mr President said I should tell you.”