The comptroller-general of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has described the female cadet national team, Flamingos’ success at the FIFA Women’s U17 World Cup as an encouragement for greater commitment to grassroots sports development in the country.
Sports247 reports that Adeniyi, who is the current president of Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) and part of a high-powered federal government delegation that attended the final in Rabat, Morocco, added that he was happy seeing the team win the match on Saturday.
Adeniyi noted that the team’s 2-1 victory over Japan showed the depth of quality in the Flamingos’ squad to Morocco 2026, while also confirming that Nigeria will always have extra talents to pick for successful outings at any point in time, especially at the youth level.
He added that the global achievement goes beyond merely lifting the trophy, as it also provides an encouraging sign for the future of Nigeria’s women’s football and motivatuon for other young talents to believe it the possibility of gaining similar glory in years to come.
Adeniyi asserted, “The players’ achievement is an inspiration to millions of young Nigerians, particularly girls, who are aspiring to build careers in sports. Their success demonstrated the rewards of discipline, commitment and collective effort.
“I also acknowledge the contribution of the coaches and everybody in the technical crew, who provided the guidance, preparation and mentorship that helped transform these young players into world champions.
“The Flamingos’ breakthrough should serve as encouragement for greater commitment to grassroots sports and youth development, particularly in creating opportunities for young athletes to showcase their abilities.”
Sports247 reports further that Adeniyi went on to stress that the Flamingos’ historic achievement at the Female Cadet Mundial in Morocco also strengthened Nigeria’s football profile and boosted the country’s sporting image globally.
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