President Tinubu Hails D’Tigress After Semifinal Win Over Senegal

President Tinubu Hails D’Tigress After Semifinal Win Over Senegal.

President Bola Tinubu has extended his warm congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for securing their place in the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time, following a hard-fought 75-68 victory over Senegal.

The President lauded the team’s resilience and sustained dominance as reigning champions, noting that this marks their seventh consecutive win against Senegal—a testament to their consistency and competitive spirit. The thrilling semifinal clash took place at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

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President Tinubu praised the team for triumphing in what many dubbed “the final before the final” and for already securing a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup qualifiers, scheduled for March 2026.

“I have followed the discipline, focus, and unity displayed by D’Tigress throughout this tournament—qualities that have brought immense pride to Nigeria and earned global respect for our players and coaching staff,” the President said.

He particularly commended Head Coach Rena Wakama, the team’s first female head coach, for her exemplary leadership and tactical acumen. “Her journey—from the court to the sidelines—has been an inspiration, driving D’Tigress to new heights in this fiercely competitive sport,” he added.

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President Tinubu reaffirmed his unwavering support for the team as they aim to clinch their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title and seventh overall, further cementing Nigeria’s legacy in African basketball.

President Tinubu Hails D’Tigress After Semifinal Win Over Senegal.