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President of the Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has shower praise, cash rewards and national honors in the senior team of female basketball in Nigeria, Tigressafter his historical triumph in the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket for women In Côte d’IVorire.
Nigeria defeated Mali 78-64 on Sunday at Treichville Palais des Sports In Abidjan, sealing his Fifth consecutive title of Afrobasket and Seventh in general.
This makes the National Women’s Basketball team the most dominant team in the history of the tournament.
President Gifts $ 100K, National Honors and ABUJA FLOORS TO D’Tigress
During a great reception held in Monday at the presidential town in AbujaVice President Kashim Shettimawhich represented President Tinubu, announced monumental rewards:
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$ 100,000 in cash For each player
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$ 50,000 For each member of the technical team
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A house (floor) in the territory of the Federal Capital (FCT) For each player and officer
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National Honors conferred to all team members
Presidential support before the final
In a solid sample of support before the final, President Tinubu sent a Presidential Delegation A Abidjan, directed by Shehu DikkoPresident of the National Sports Commission.
Announced the movement through the social media platform X (previously Twitter)declaring:
“I have sent a presidential delegation to Abidjan to be with our Tigress superlative while pursuing a fifth consecutive title of Afrobasket for Nigeria.” #Missionv
“Directed by the president of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, this team of senior government officials represents the total weight of our national pride, belief and support.”
“Our girls have shown character, discipline and Nigerian spirit in each game.”
“While preparing for the final in two hours, we support them, not only as fans, but as a grateful nation inspired by their excellence.”
Go for gold. Go for glory, girls! 🇳🇬
~ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu “
Sealed victory, mission fulfilled
After the dominant victory over Mali, the president did not waste time to congratulate the team online, publishing:
“You did, girls! @Dtigressng
“Excellent performance to become 5x consecutive champions of Africa and seventh in general.”
“Well done, coach Rena and the team.”
“You have proud Nigeria. I wait for everyone, along with the trophy.”
“#Misionv – Made and dusted”
Next stop: FIBA Women’s Cup in Berlin
With his triumph Afrobasket, d’Atigress automatically Qualified for the Fiba 2026 World Cup established to take place in Berlin, Germany.
