Abba Kaka Rol has bigger plans for the development of basketball in North East Nigeria

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By Akeem Busari

The President of the Borno State Basketball Association and North East representative on the NBBF Council, Alhaji Abba Kaka, has reiterated his plans to continue the development of the game in the North East zone.

Speaking to Sports Chronicle Magazine, the successful businessman and avid lover of the game, revealed some plans to help improve the fortunes of the game in Nigeria, especially North East Nigeria, starting with the third edition of the annual Saleh Basketball Classics.

He said that invitations have been sent to various states and basketball clubs for participation in the tournament, which will take place from August 6 to 11, 2026 at the El-Kanemi Warriors Sports Center Basketball Court.

According to information in the invitation, technical training sessions for referees and technical officials and updating of rules will be held during the competition, with a dress code of black shorts and white T-shirts.

The dress code for coaches is smart sportswear, while officials should wear black shorts and white T-shirts.

The technical sessions will take place from day 1 to day 3. The Classics will then take place.

The competition, sponsored by Abba Kaka, in collaboration with the Borno State Sports Council, would also provide accommodation and subsidy to participants.

There will also be prizes for the top three teams, as well as individual prizes for the Most Valuable Player, Most Promising Team, Best Coach and Technical Crew.