President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Musa Kida, has dedicated the historic Afrobasket title won by D’Tigress to President Bola Tinubu.
After trailing 21–26 in the first quarter, the Nigerian queens roared back with commanding performances in the next three quarters: 20–15, 20–15, and 17–8, showcasing the grit and tactical brilliance that has become their trademark.
“Tonight in Abidjan, our D’Tigress have done the extraordinary—Mission five has become Mission V Accomplished! Five Afrobasket titles in a row, and not losing a single match to any African national team is not just dominance, it is our legacy,” Kida declared.
“These fearless women have shown the world what it means to have the Nigerian fighting spirit: resilient, bold, and unstoppable.
“We proudly dedicate this historic victory to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose unwavering commitment to revitalizing sports under the Renewed Hope agenda has sparked a new era for athletes across the nation.
“Your leadership continues to inspire every slam dunk, every rebound, every triumph. Nigeria stands tall tonight, not just as champions, but as a beacon of what is possible when hope is renewed and excellence is pursued.”
Under Kida’s stewardship, D’Tigress evolved into a world-class powerhouse, winning four of their five consecutive Afrobasket titles and making history at the Paris 2024 Olympics as the first African team to reach the quarterfinals of the prestigious global event.
