Sports
NOC President Gumel hails Nigeria U17 Girls after emerging FIFA World Cup champions
Joel Ajayi
President of Nigeria Olympic Committee, Engineer Habu Gumel has congratulated Nigeria for winning the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The Flamingos defeated Japan 2-1 in the final on Saturday, November 7 to win the country’s first-ever title in the competition.
Gumel said the players have shown their relentless spirit and the determination of an average Nigerian.
He added that winning the World Cup has cemented Nigeria as the best footballing U17 women’s nation in the world.
The NOC President said, “I want to congratulate the girls for winning the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup and bringing glory to the nation.
“This win has once again shown that Nigeria is a country filled with enormous potential and world beaters”.
He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu for their huge investment in sports since the inception of their administration.
Gumel said, “This is a moment of fulfillment for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu because since the inception of this administration, they have invested hugely in sports.
“President Tinubu brought back the National Sports Commission (NSC), which is yielding results; and don’t forget in a hurry that the President and his wife hosted the Super Falcons when they won their 10th WAFON title last year.”
“I believe that this is the beginning of greater things for sports under the current government and they should expect more laurels in the coming days.”
Gumel also commended the leadership of Shehu Dikko and Bukola Olopade piloting the affairs of the National Sports Commission; that has brought glory to the nation.
Sports
Dayo Israel Hails Flamingos, Commends NSC, NFF Leadership.
Joel Ajayi
The APC National Youth Leader, Dr. Dayo Israel, has congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos on their historic 2–1 victory over Japan in Saturday’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in Rabat, Morocco.
He described the triumph as a landmark achievement, making Nigeria the first African nation to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup and the first to claim FIFA U-17 World Cup titles in both male and female categories.
“The Flamingos have made Nigeria and Africa proud. This historic victory reflects the talent, resilience and determination of our young women. They have broken barriers and inspired a new generation of girls to dream big through sports,” Dr. Israel said.
He also commended the National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) leadership for their contributions to the development of Nigerian football, urging sustained investment in grassroots and women’s sports.
“This victory must be a springboard for greater investment in youth and women’s football. Our young talents deserve the structures, support and opportunities to excel on the global stage,” he added.
Dr. Israel reaffirmed the APC Youth Wing’s commitment to promoting sports as a vehicle for youth empowerment, national unity and development.
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