President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday showered praises on D'Tigress after becoming champions of 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship in Côte d’Ivoire.
The Nigerian side made history on Sunday night by securing their fifth consecutive continental title and seventh overall, following a dominant 78–64 victory over Mali in the final.
Taking to his official handle on X (formerly Twitter), President Tinubu praised the team’s remarkable achievement and extended a personal message of appreciation.
"You did it, girls! #DtigressNG
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," the president wrote.
The victory further cements D’Tigress’ legacy as Africa’s most successful women’s basketball team and adds to a stellar year for Nigerian women in sports, following the Super Falcons’ recent WAFCON triumph.
President Tinubu’s congratulatory message underscores the growing national recognition and support for women’s sports in Nigeria.
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Credit: Additional report from BSN Sports
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