Tinubu hails D’Tigress for reaching fifth consecutive AfroBasket final

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for securing a place in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket tournament.

The reigning champions booked their spot in the final after defeating Senegal 75–68 in a semi-final clash at the Palais des Sports in Treichville, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire on Saturday.

PUNCH Online reports that this will be the team’s fifth consecutive appearance at the championship game.

In a statement issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the team’s resilience and consistent dominance in African women’s basketball.

“I have observed the discipline, focus, and team spirit consistently displayed by D’Tigress throughout this tournament—qualities that have brought honour to our nation and earned respect for our players and coaches worldwide,” Tinubu said.

The President also celebrated the team’s qualification for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup qualifying tournaments scheduled for March 2026.

He singled out Head Coach, Rena Wakama, for special praise, acknowledging her leadership role and commitment to the team’s success.

“I especially commend Rena Wakama, the team’s first female Head Coach, whose leadership and experience—both on the court and now from the bench—continue to inspire D’Tigress to new heights in this highly competitive sport,” he said.

Tinubu reaffirmed his support for the team as they prepare to compete for their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title and seventh overall.

Source: Punch