President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a financial reward of ₦100 million for each member of Nigeria’s Flamingos and for Head Coach Hakeem Busari, while each member of the technical crew is to receive ₦50 million, following their triumph at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The reception was a moment of national pride, honouring a team that gave their all on the pitch, fought back when necessary, and proved themselves as the future of Nigerian football.
The announcement by the First Lady followed an earlier financial pledge by the Nigerian Senate, which had committed ₦100 million collectively to the Flamingos on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in recognition of their historic achievement. The Senate, through its President, Godswill Akpabio, had also called on the Federal Government to provide additional rewards for the world champions.
However, during Wednesday’s reception at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu announced a significantly larger individual reward package, with each Flamingos player set to receive ₦100 million in savings certificates, accessible upon attaining the age of 18.
The announcement represents another significant recognition of the Flamingos’ remarkable achievement, having defeated Japan 2–1 in the final to become the first African nation to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The financial reward further underscores the growing appreciation for the team’s achievement, with the young champions continuing to receive national recognition following their historic campaign in Morocco.
