Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has received members of the Nigerian female football team, the Super Falcons, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The Super Falcons were eliminated from the ongoing FIFA Women’s World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand after losing through penalties to the English team, the Lionesses.
While receiving some of the players, their technical team and officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), she said the girls displayed dedication, resilience, and team spirit with the zeal and strength that defines Nigeria.
According to a statement by her spokesperson, Busola Kukoyi, the First Lady said: “Although the final result did not go our way, I am here to remind you that victory is not solely determined by the score on the field. The unbreakable spirit and unity that you demonstrated are true markers of success.
“You have not only represented Nigeria on the global stage but have also become role models for our youth, especially young girls who now see their aspirations mirrored in you.
“I salute you today and welcome you back home and our goodwill and best wishes go to other players who have gone back to their base. You gave your all, and we stand with you. We are so proud of you”.
The President of the NFF, Ibrahim Gusau, thanked the First Lady for the warm reception in his remarks and gave her the assurance that the players would continue to give the country good and qualitative representation.
Super Falcons’ captain, Onome Ebi, First Lady and pledged that the team would continue to press on relentlessly to make sure they make the country very proud on the football field.
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