Peter Obi, the Nigerian Democratic Congress presidential candidate, has praised Nigeria’s U-17 women’s side, the Flamingos, after their run to the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup final in Morocco, calling on the players to complete their campaign by defeating Japan.
Obi hailed the squad’s tournament displays as outstanding, highlighting the talent, mental strength and resolve shown by the young players on their route to the final.
The former governor of Anambra State said in a post on his X account that the Flamingos had given Nigeria cause for pride and should receive the backing of the whole nation before their title match.
He urged the team to keep their concentration and belief ahead of the final, saying he was confident they had the ability to finish the competition with the trophy.
“As they get ready to meet Japan in the final, I want them to know that Nigerians across the world are fully behind them,” Obi said. “They should stay focused, confident and determined as they take this last step towards glory.”
Obi added that the team’s success demonstrated the vast ability among Nigeria’s young people, while stressing the importance of creating conditions that allow them to nurture their gifts and compete at international level.
“The exceptional performances of these young women provide further proof of the enormous potential within Nigerian youth,” he added. “With proper leadership and a supportive environment, young Nigerians can keep excelling and standing out on the global stage.”
He wished the Flamingos success against Japan and encouraged them to keep representing the country with distinction, closing his message with his customary phrase: “A New Nigeria Is Possible.”
