President Bola Tinubu and First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, have congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, on their historic victory at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket tournament in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
The team, led by Coach Rena Wakama, defeated Mali in the final on Sunday at the Palais des Sports de Treichville to secure their fifth consecutive Afrobasket title.
This makes them the first country in history to achieve this remarkable feat.
With this win, D’Tigress has also extended their unbeaten streak in the competition to a decade, solidifying their dominance in African women’s basketball.
Reacting in a post on X on Sunday, Tinubu praised the team for their performance and national pride.
“Superb performance to become 5x consecutive Champions of Africa and seventh overall.
“Well done, Coach Rena and the team. You have made Nigeria proud. I am expecting you all, along with the trophy.
“#MissionV – Done & Dusted,” he wrote.
Persecondnews reported on Sunday that Tinubu had dispatched a high-level presidential delegation to Abidjan to show support for the team for the final.
The delegation was led by Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission.
Other members of the delegation included Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman; Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa; Minister of State for Finance, Doris Uzoka-Anite, the Chairman, House Committee on Sports, Rep. Kabiru Ahmadu and Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Sunday Dare.
Also the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Digital Communications and New Media Strategy, O’tega Ogra; Senior Special Assistant (Office of the Chief of Staff), Oyinade Nathan-Marsh; and Senior Special Assistant (Office of the First Lady), Kukoyi Olubusola made the list.
Also congratulating the team, the first lady hailed D’Tigress for their discipline, team spirit, and inspiration to young Nigerian girls.
She said: “To God be the Glory for yet another victory for Nigeria as you bring home the second trophy won by the nation in two weeks.
“Today, you have written another golden chapter in our dear Nation’s sporting history by defeating Mali to win your fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title.
“With this win, you have showcased once again, the unwavering commitment and determination of Nigerian women on the global stage. You have continued to inspire every young girl to dream of breaking barriers and making history through hard work and dedication.
“I celebrate you, your discipline, and team spirit. Thank you for making Nigeria proud once again. Congratulations, my wonderful D’Tigress!”
Leave a comment