Tinubu, Wife Congratulate D’Tigress on Qualifying For AfroBasket Final

President Bola Tinubu and his wife, Oluremi Tinubu have congratulated Nigeria’s female basketball team, D’Tigress, on their remarkable achievement of reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time, following a hard-fought victory over Senegal.

This is contained in separate statements issued by their media Aides on Saturday evening in Abuja.

The President commended the resilience and dominance of the reigning champions, who have now defeated their Senegalese rivals for the seventh time, with a historic 75-68 win at the Palais De la Sport, Treichville, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

President Tinubu celebrated the team’s victory in what was dubbed “the final before the final” and for already securing a place in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup qualifying tournaments, scheduled for March 2026.

“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.

“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,” President Tinubu says.

The President assured D’Tigress of his support as they pursue their fifth consecutive AfroBasket title and seventh overall.

In other news, the wife of the President, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu has also congratulated the D’Tigress National Basketball team for qualifying for the finals of this year’s Afrobasket Tournament.

She said, “Your 10-year unbeaten run is commendable, as it shows your commitment, dedication, hard work and love for the game.”

“You are true inspirations and pride to girls and women in general.”

“Thank you for keeping the Nigerian flag flying.”

“I pray that as you step out for the final match, God will crown your efforts and grant you great success.”

“We all await your arrival, with the trophy again.”

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