Omidiran Advocates for Investment in Women's Football

Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, the Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission, congratulated Nigeria’s Flamingos for their historic victory at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup in Morocco. She described the win as a proud moment for Nigeria, showcasing the talent and determination of Nigerian girls.

Omidiran, a former member of the Nigeria Football Federation Board and an advocate for women’s football, praised the players, technical crew, and stakeholders for their contributions. She called for a sustained investment in women's football, emphasizing the need for a deliberate system to identify and develop young talents.

Omidiran highlighted the importance of creating opportunities for girls to pursue their football ambitions and stressed the necessity of a well-funded national plan that prioritizes grassroots scouting, youth development, and infrastructure. She also pointed out the need to strengthen the domestic women’s league and support clubs and academies to ensure sustainable success at the global level.