Makinde Hails Flamingos, Says Victory Symbolises Nigerian Resilience

…He says team’s success should inspire young Nigerians to dream big and pursue greatness.

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has congratulated Nigeria’s Under-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, on their historic triumph at the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup.

Makinde described the team’s victory as a demonstration of the talent, resilience, discipline and determination of Nigerian youths, saying the achievement has brought pride to the country.

The governor, who is also the Presidential Candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), made this known in a congratulatory statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media, Dr Sulaimon Olanrewaju.

He said the Flamingos’ success was not only a sporting achievement but also a powerful lesson on the importance of unity, teamwork and collective commitment in overcoming challenges.

Makinde noted that the team’s ability to stand together during difficult moments of the competition demonstrated the strength of cooperation and shared purpose.

He urged Nigerians to draw inspiration from the team’s achievement by embracing mutual respect, national cohesion and collective responsibility towards building a stronger and more prosperous country.

The governor also commended the players, coaches, families and supporters for their contributions to the team’s success, expressing hope that the historic victory would inspire more young Nigerians to pursue their dreams and achieve greatness.

He further called for sustained support and opportunities for young talents to enable them to excel and contribute meaningfully to national development.