Kwara State has celebrated the achievements of Nigeria’s victorious U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Championship.
The team was received by the Nigerian Senate on Wednesday in recognition of its outstanding performance at the international competition.
In a statement reacting to the development, Senator Oyelola Ashiru, representing Kwara South, expressed pride in the region’s contribution to the team’s success, particularly through its Head Coach, Akeem Busari, and one of its standout players, Rodiat Yusuf.
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Busari, who hails from Igbo-Owu in Ifelodun Local Government Area, led the team as head coach, while Yusuf, from Ojoku in Oyun Local Government Area, was among the players who contributed to the team’s achievement.
Senator Ashiru described their accomplishments as a source of pride for Kwara South and an inspiration to young people across the communities.
He congratulated the players, coaching crew and other members of the team, as well as Nigerians, on the remarkable achievement, noting that their success had brought honour to the country and the state.
The Flamingos’ achievement highlights the contributions of young Nigerian talents and the importance of supporting grassroots sports development.
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