Nigeria’s women basketball team arrived in Abuja to a triumphant reception on Monday following their record-breaking fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s Afrobasket championship victory.
The D’Tigress squad, led by coach Rena Wakama, touched down at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport with the championship trophy, greeted by cheering crowds, cultural performers and basketball fans celebrating their continental dominance.
President Bola Tinubu is scheduled to host the team at the Presidential Villa after previously commending their achievement in an official statement. “Their dedication and teamwork have made Nigeria proud on the African stage,” Tinubu remarked about the team’s unprecedented success.
The champions sealed their historic feat with a decisive final victory against Mali on Sunday in Abidjan, becoming the first nation to win five straight Afrobasket titles. Their latest triumph cements Nigeria’s position as the powerhouse of African women’s basketball.
The presidential reception comes as sports analysts hail the team’s consistency, having maintained an unbeaten run in the tournament since 2015. Players are expected to receive national honors for their latest achievement in elevating Nigeria’s sporting profile.
