The Nigerian Senate has pledged ₦100 million to the Flamingos following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, where they defeated Japan 2–1 in Rabat, Morocco, to become the first African team to win the competition.
The pledge was announced during Tuesday’s plenary in recognition of the team’s outstanding achievement, which has brought pride to Nigeria and made history for African women’s football.
The Senate’s decision followed a motion moved by Senator Abdul Ningi, who called for national recognition of the young footballers for their remarkable performance on the global stage. 
Senator Adams Oshiomhole also stressed the need to support the players’ education alongside their football careers, noting the importance of ensuring that their sporting success does not undermine their academic development.
The Senate further urged the Federal Government to provide additional rewards for the players in recognition of their historic accomplishment.
It also called on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to sustain the team, maintain its cohesion and invest in the players’ long-term development to enable them build on their remarkable success.
The lawmakers described the Flamingos’ achievement as a source of national pride and an inspiration to young girls across Nigeria and Africa, demonstrating that African teams can compete successfully and make history on the international stage.
Congratulating the players, coaches and officials, the Senate commended their determination, discipline and commitment, urging relevant authorities to provide the necessary support to help the young champions achieve even greater heights in their football careers.
