President Bola Tinubu has dispatched a delegation of top government officials to Abidjan, the Ivory Coast, to support the quest of the Nigerian female basketball team to win a fifth consecutive AfroBasket title.
According to a State House press release made available to Naija News on Sunday, the delegation is led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Shehu Dikko.
President Tinubu, who praised the D’Tigress for demonstrating character and discipline, stated that the delegation was sent to express the nation’s appreciation and support for the ladies.
Below is the full list of the delegation.
“I have dispatched a Presidential Delegation to Abidjan to stand with our superlative D’Tigress as they pursue a fifth consecutive AfroBasket title for Nigeria. #MissionV
“Led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, this team of senior government officials represents the full weight of our national pride, belief, and support.
“Our girls have shown character, discipline, and the Nigerian spirit in every game. As they prepare for the final in two hours, we stand behind them – not just as fans, but as a grateful nation inspired by their excellence.
“Go for gold. Go for glory, girls!” the statement read.
Recall the D’Tigress, on Saturday, overpowered Senegal to book a slot in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time.
The Nigerian ladies advanced to the final after a keenly contested semi-final game against Senegal, which ended in a 75–68 victory.
Nigeria’s D’Tigress, will now face Mali on Sunday for the ultimate prize in the final of the 2025 Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire.
This follows Mali’s 76-50 victory over South Sudan in the second semi-final clash of the tournament.
