The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has celebrated Nigeria’s U-17 female national football team following their historic triumph at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, describing the victory as a powerful symbol of resilience, leadership, unity and national pride.
The Director-General of NOA, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu, said the team’s outstanding achievement was a refreshing source of joy and inspiration for Nigerians at a challenging time for the country’s football fortunes.
In a congratulatory message, Issa-Onilu applauded the young players for their courage, discipline, determination, teamwork and exceptional resilience, noting that their performance reflected the finest qualities of the Nigerian identity.
He said their victory demonstrated that talent, when combined with hard work, focus and a shared commitment to excellence, could produce remarkable results on the global stage.
“ This victory goes beyond the boundaries of football. It is a powerful statement about the capacity of Nigerian youths to rise above challenges, overcome obstacles and distinguish themselves on the global stage,” he said.
The NOA boss noted that the team’s achievement had provided Nigerians with a much-needed moment of collective happiness, unity and renewed hope, reminding citizens of the country’s enormous potential and the ability of its people to achieve greatness despite prevailing challenges.
In a statement issued by the Director of Communication and Media, Bala Musa, Issa-Onilu further described the victory as a practical demonstration of the NOA Citizen Codes, particularly the value of LEADERSHIP.
According to him, the players have shown that leadership is not determined by age or position but by the courage to take responsibility, inspire others, work collectively and deliver outstanding results.
“Today, these young Nigerian women have shown themselves to be leaders, not only on the African continent but also on the global stage. They have demonstrated that leadership is about
By: Sam Erhunmwunsee, Radio Nigeria Asaba
