8 h. ago National Women’s Basketball League: Zenith Bank, NBBF Set For Second Phase

Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), organisers of the annual domestic league, and their sponsors, Zenith Bank PLC, are gearing up for the second phase of the 2025 Women’s Basketball League, scheduled to take place across both the Atlantic and Savannah conferences. The second phase is set to run from 24th August to 1st September. Felix Awogu, […]

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15 h. ago 2025 Women’s Basketball League: Zenith Bank, NBBF gear up for 2nd phase

The Nigeria Basketball Federation, organisers of the annual domestic league and the sponsors, Zenith Bank PLC are getting set for the second phase of the 2025 Women’s Basketball League scheduled to take place in both the Atlantic and Savannah conferences. The second phase is expected to take place between August 24 and September 1. A […] The post 2025 Women’s Basketball League: Zenith Bank, NBBF gear up for 2nd phase appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago AfroBasket Triumph: Zenith Bank Celebrates D’Tigress With N200m Reward

Zenith Bank Plc, sponsors of the Women’s National Basketball League, hosted a grand reception yesterday at their Abuja head office in Maitama, celebrating the remarkable achievement of Nigeria’s senior national women basketball team, D’Tigress. The team secured a record fifth consecutive AfroBasket title, and in recognition of their success, they were rewarded with N200 million. […]

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1 week ago Nigerians applaud Tinubu’s rewards to D’Tigress, urge greater investment in grassroots sports

By Paul Nwokocha President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent reward to Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, has sparked widespread public reaction—ranging from applause for the gesture to renewed calls for deeper investment in the nation’s sports infrastructure. The president had announced a reward of $100,000, national Honours and a three-bedroom flat for each player and […] The post Nigerians applaud Tinubu’s rewards to D’Tigress, urge greater investment in grassroots sports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu awards D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, OON national honours after 5th AfroBasket title

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has rewarded Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress with generous gifts totalling $100,000 each for the players and $50,000 each for the 11-man coaching and technical team, alongside a three-bedroom flat at Renewed Hope Estate for every member of the team and coaching staff.   Furthermore, the players […] The post Tinubu awards D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, OON national honours after 5th AfroBasket title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Afrobasket Women 2025: Ahmedu commends D’Tigress for winning fifth straight title

Col. Sam Ahmedu, (rtd), a member of FIBA Africa Executive Committee has commended Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress for winning the FIBA Women’s Afrobasket title for a record fifth time. The Nigerian team defeated Mali, 78-64, on Sunday at the Palais des sports, Treichville, Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. Ahmedu, also the President of FIBA Africa […] The post Afrobasket Women 2025: Ahmedu commends D’Tigress for winning fifth straight title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago D’Tigress Get Presidential Honours, Luxury Gifts For 2025 AfroBasket Victory

President Bola Tinubu has rewarded D’Tigress, Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, with $100,000 each and a three‑bedroom apartment. He also conferred on them the prestigious Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) honour for excelling at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket. D’Tigress sealed their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title with a dominant 78–64 victory over […] The post D’Tigress Get Presidential Honours, Luxury Gifts For 2025 AfroBasket Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu Rewards D’Tigress With National Honours, $100,000 Each For 2025 Afrobasket Victory

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has honoured Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, with national awards, cash gifts, and housing following their triumph at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship. The team, which defeated Senegal in the final to clinch Nigeria’s fourth consecutive Afrobasket title, was hosted on Monday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. President Tinubu […] The post Tinubu Rewards D’Tigress With National Honours, $100,000 Each For 2025 Afrobasket Victory appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu rewards D’Tigress with $100,000, national honour, houses

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has honoured Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, with $100,000 each, the national honour of Officer of read more Tinubu rewards D’Tigress with $100,000, national honour, houses

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2 w. ago Tinubu awards D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, and OON national honour after 5th straight AfroBasket title

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has rewarded Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, with generous gifts totalling $100,000 each for the players and $50,000 each for the 11-man coaching and technical team, alongside a three-bedroom flat at Renewed Hope Estate for every member of the team and coaching staff. Furthermore, the players and […] The post Tinubu awards D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, and OON national honour after 5th straight AfroBasket title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu awards D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, and OON national honour after 5th AfroBasket title

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has rewarded Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, with generous gifts totalling $100,000 each for the players and $50,000 each for the 11-man coaching and technical team, alongside a three-bedroom flat at Renewed Hope Estate for every member of the team and coaching staff. Furthermore, the players and […] The post Tinubu awards D’Tigress $100,000 each, flats, and OON national honour after 5th AfroBasket title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Afrobasket: Victorious D’Tigress Arrive Abuja For Victory Celebration

The victorious Nigeria senior women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress has arrived in Abuja for a victory celebration party. The team, along with other members of the contingent, landed at the Private Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja shortly after 2pm on Monday, proudly holding the Afrobasket trophy. Nigeria’s D’Tigress clinched their fifth consecutive FIBA […]

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2 w. ago D’Tigress arrive in Abuja with Afrobasket trophy, to meet President Tinubu

Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, received a rousing welcome on Monday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, following read more D’Tigress arrive in Abuja with Afrobasket trophy, to meet President Tinubu

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2 w. ago Tinubu congratulates D’Tigress on historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket title

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for their historic success at the 2025 FIBA Women’s read more Tinubu congratulates D’Tigress on historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket title

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2 w. ago You are indomitable – Obi celebrates D’Tigress’ historic AfroBasket victory

From Sola Ojo, Abuja The 2023 presidential candidate and Labour Party leader, Peter Obi, has congratulated Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their historic fifth consecutive AfroBasket championship win. Celebrating their triumphant performance on his X space on Monday, August 4, 2025, Obi praised the team for their resilience, skill, and unwavering commitment to […] The post You are indomitable – Obi celebrates D’Tigress’ historic AfroBasket victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago First Lady celebrates D’Tigress’ fifth consecutive AfroBasket triumph

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has warmly congratulated the national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their historic victory at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Tournament. The First Lady stated, “I congratulate D’Tigress for this historic victory at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Tournament. To God be the […] The post First Lady celebrates D’Tigress’ fifth consecutive AfroBasket triumph appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ‘You’ve Written Your Names In History,’ Tinubu Celebrates Victorious D’Tigress

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for lifting their seventh African championship at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket. The Coach Rena Makama-led female team won the Afrobasket finals by defeating the Malian side, 78-64, in a thrilling match Sunday night at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan, Côte […]

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2 w. ago D’Tigress Crowned AfroBasket 2024 Champions After Defeating Mali

Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, have secured their fifth consecutive Women’s AfroBasket 2024 crown after defeating Mali in a high-energy final. This latest triumph brings Nigeria’s total AfroBasket titles to seven, cementing their legacy as the most dominant force in African women’s basketball. Under the leadership of head coach Rena Wakama, D’Tigress extended their […] The post D’Tigress Crowned AfroBasket 2024 Champions After Defeating Mali appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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