Jare Olukotun
The Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun (HOA), has congratulated a proud daughter of his council, Tosin Rafiu, Nigeria’s Flamingos midfielder, on winning the U-17 Women’s World Cup in Rabat, Morocco.
Aroyewun in a congratulatory message said the exploit of Tosin represented his administration’s HOA GLORY Agenda which focuses on empowering youth especially girl -child and creating opportunities for growth.
Nigeria’s Flamingos made history by winning their first FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup title after defeating Japan 2-1 in Saturday’s final. The triumph makes Nigeria the first African country to win the U-17 Women’s World Cup, ending the continent’s long wait for the title and giving the Flamingos their best-ever finish in the competition.
Flamingos lost their opening match to Poland, but returned with a remarkable run of victories to reach the final which they executed brilliantly.
“The Flamingos defeated Japan 2–1 in Rabat, Morocco, to become the first African team ever to win the title and one of our own was part of that history.”
“Tosin also represented Nigeria at the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland this year, where she scored against England. Two World Cups in one year, at such a young age, that is talent, discipline and sacrifice.”
“Her story is what the HOA GLORY Agenda is about: believing in our youth, empowering our girls, and creating room for greatness to rise from our own communities. Tosin has shown the world that Igbogbo/Baiyeku is a home of champions,” Aroyewun noted.
The Executive Chairman, added:
“On behalf of the good people of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, I congratulate Tosin, her family, her coaches, her teammates and the NFF.”
“May Allah continue to guide, protect and elevate her. You have done us proud, champion!”
