Amb. Ibe Congratulates Flamingos For Emerging World Champions

The President General of the notable Niger Delta socio-cultural group, the Orashi National Congress (ONC), Amb. Comrade Emeni Ibe, JP, AP, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 girls, the Flamingos, for emerging victorious as the first African side to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

In a statement, Amb. Ibe said with hearts full of joy, pride and gratitude to God Almighty, Nigerians celebrate the Flamingos, the U-17 Women National Team of Nigeria, on their historic 2-1 victory over Japan to lift the trophy in Morocco.

“You have made Nigeria proud. You have made Africa proud. You have made history as the first African team ever to win this trophy,” he said.

“From losing your opening match to Poland, to beating defending champions North Korea, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil in the semi-final, and now Japan in the final — you showed the world what resilience, discipline, courage and faith can do.”

He thanked Coach Akeem Busari, the technical crew, and every player for believing and fighting for the green-white-green.

“Our girls have shown that the future of Nigerian football is bright, and that when our daughters are given opportunity and support, they can conquer the world,” he said.

“Congratulations, our champions! Congratulations, Flamingos! Nigeria celebrates you today and always. Long live the Flamingos! Long live Nigeria!”

*Congratulations, World Champions!*

Nigeria 2-1 Japan. History made in Morocco!

First African nation to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. From defeat in the first match to lifting the trophy — what a comeback! What a team!

Thank you girls for making us proud. You are our pride, our joy, our champions.

Nigeria celebrates you! Flamingos forever!

*To God Be The Glory!*

Our Flamingos have flown to the top of the world!

Congratulations on your U-17 Women World Cup victory, our dear Flamingos! You carried the hopes of over 200 million Nigerians and you did not disappoint.

You taught us that a setback is not the end. You lost the first match, but you refused to give up. You rose, you fought, and you conquered.

May God continue to bless, protect and lift you all to greater heights. The sky is only the beginning.

We are so proud of you!