Ebonyi Lawmaker Hails Flamingos’ Historic World Cup Victory

…Says Triumph Justifies Nwifuru’s Investment in Sports The member representing Abakaliki North Constituency in the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Hon. Victor Chidi Nwoke, has congratulated Nigeria’s Under-17 women’s national football team, the Flamingos, on their historic victory at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. Nwoke described the team's triumph as a landmark achievement that has brought honour to Nigeria and Africa, noting that the victory makes Nigeria the first African country to win the prestigious trophy. He said the remarkable feat underscored the importance of sustained investment in sports development, particularly at the grassroots level. The lawmaker who isa Chairman committee on Youths development and Sports also noted that the achievement justified the commitment of Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Nwifuru, to sports development through investments aimed at discovering, nurturing and empowering young sporting talents. He urged the state government and other stakeholders to sustain their support for sports, adding that adequate investment in young athletes would create opportunities for more international achievements. Nwoke further commended the players, technical crew and management of the team for their discipline, determination and resilience, describing their victory as an inspiration to aspiring female footballers across the country.