Udezue promises inclusive leadership as vice president-elect of the NBBF

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By Wakawaka Sports

The Vice President-elect of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Ugo Udezue, has pledged to work with the newly elected leadership to strengthen basketball development across the country, following his election on Thursday at the federation’s elective congress in Abuja.

Udezue, in a statement of gratitude to the delegates, said his election represents a collective victory for the state associations, coaches, players and fans who believe in the potential of Nigerian basketball.

He congratulated the newly elected President, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, and expressed his willingness to work closely with him and members of the new council to build on the foundations laid by previous administrations.

He said the new leadership must prioritize improved facilities, stronger national championships and professionally managed national teams that can meet the standards expected of Nigerian athletes.

Our job now is to serve all six areas equally. This means better facilities, stronger championships and national teams that race with the professionalism our athletes deserve,” Udezue said.

He also extended an olive branch to the other contestants, urging them to put aside their differences and work collectively for the advancement of the game.

To my fellow candidates I offer my respect and my open hand. Let’s move forward together,” he added.

Udezue concluded by underlining the urgency of the task ahead, declaring: “The work begins now.