President Bola Tinubu has rewarded each member of Nigeria’s victorious U-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, with a N100 million Federal Government Savings Bond following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco.
The reward was announced on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who received the players and their officials at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on behalf of the President.
Under the reward package, each player will receive a N100 million savings bond, while head coach, Akeem Ishola Busari, will receive N100 million in cash.
Members of the technical crew will also receive N50 million each in cash in recognition of their contributions to the team’s historic achievement.
The savings bonds carry an annual interest rate of 14 per cent over a five-year investment period, offering the young players long-term financial benefits.
The decision to reward the players with savings bonds rather than immediate cash was reportedly informed by their young ages and the need to safeguard their financial interests.
The reception at the State House was organised to celebrate the team’s remarkable achievement, which made Nigeria the first African country to win the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.
The Flamingos secured the historic title on Saturday, November 7, defeating Japan 2-1 in the final played at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Rabat, Morocco.
Awawu Bashiru and Oluebube Umejiaku scored Nigeria’s goals to secure the maiden global title, while Japan’s late response was insufficient to prevent defeat.
The victory marked a significant milestone for Nigerian football and African women’s football, with the Flamingos becoming the first team from the continent to lift the trophy.
The presidential reward adds to the recognition and financial support announced for the team following its outstanding performance.
The Nigerian Senate had earlier pledged N100 million in recognition of the players’ achievement, while private-sector support has also followed their historic campaign.
Tinubu’s latest gesture is another major reward for the young champions and their coaching staff for bringing honour to Nigeria and making history on the global football stage.
