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Peter Obi hails Flamingos’ historic World Cup triumph

The Nigeria Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has congratulated Nigeria’s U-17 women’s national team, the Flamingos, following their triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. Read More: https://punchng.com/peter-obi-hails-flamingos-historic-world-cup-triumph/

Peter Obi hails Flamingos’ historic World Cup triumph

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, expressed his congratulations to Nigeria's U-17 women's national football team, known as the Flamingos, after they secured victory in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup held in Morocco. In a congratulatory message posted on his X handle, Obi lauded the young athletes for their resilience, talent, hard work and dedication, stating that their success had brought immense joy and pride to the nation.

He praised the team for raising Nigeria's flag high on the international stage and earning a special place in the hearts of Nigerians. Obi highlighted the team's performance as a testament to the potential of Nigerian youths, emphasizing that their determination and commitment had made the country proud. "Thank you for raising our flag high and bringing immense joy to our nation.

Your remarkable talent, resilience, hard work and dedication have earned you a special place in the hearts of Nigerians," Obi stated. He concluded by declaring: "A new Nigeria is possible." Gilbert Ekugbe, a journalist with over a decade of experience in reporting on business and economic affairs, covered the story for Punch Newspapers.

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