The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has congratulated Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, on securing their qualification for the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket tournament.
Nigeria, the 2015 Afrobasket champions, staged a remarkable comeback after starting the qualifiers with three consecutive losses.
The team delivered huge performances against Libya and Uganda to secure their ticket to the Angolan capital before another convincing win over Cape Verde 77-62 points in their final game on Sunday.
Olopade commended the team’s efforts and resilience throughout the qualifiers, reaffirming the NSC’s commitment to supporting Nigerian basketball.
“This qualification is a testament to the talent and determination of our players, coaches, and the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF). The National Sports Commission remains dedicated to ensuring that Nigerian basketball continues to thrive on the global stage,” he stated.
The DG further emphasized the importance of early preparations to ensure a strong outing at the 2025 Afrobasket tournament.
D’Tigers would now shift focus to their preparations for the competition, aiming to make a significant impact when the tournament tips off in August later this year.
This year’s tournament will be the 31st edition of the FIBA AfroBasket, with Tunisia as defending champions.
The tournament would be hosted by Angola for the fourth time between 12 – 24 August, 2025.