Nigeria: Tinubu Rewards Victorious Flamingos With N100m Each

What the report says

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced a financial reward for Nigeria’s victorious U-17 women’s football team, the Flamingos, following their triumph at the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup, according to Daily Trust via AllAfrica. The announcement was made on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where the team was received by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who represented the president.

Under the plan described at the reception, each player is to receive N100 million, to be placed in Federal Government bonds for five years rather than paid out immediately. The president also announced N100 million for the team’s head coach, Akeem Busari, and N50 million for each member of the technical crew. The stated purpose of the bond arrangement was to help protect the young players’ finances and support their education and football careers.

The First Lady said the gesture reflected a commitment to recognizing athletes who bring distinction to the country in international competition. Flamingos captain Harmony Chidi thanked the president and First Lady for the reception and the rewards, saying the honor would be remembered by the team. The announcement highlights how Nigerian authorities publicly reward major sports achievements, especially in women’s football, and comes as the country continues to promote youth development through sport.