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Obi hails D’Tigress after historic fifth AfroBasket title

By Daily Sports Nigeria on August 4, 2025

Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, on their historic triumph at the 2025 FIBA AfroBasket Championship.

In a statement on Monday titled “MISSION V ACCOMPLISHED,” Obi praised the team’s outstanding performance and resilience, describing them as “fearless, fast, and unstoppable.”

“Congratulations D’TIGRESS, you did it. You played like true queens of the court… Again, you’ve made Nigeria proud, you’ve made Africa proud, and you’ve made history by being the AfroBasket champions five times in a row,” Obi said.

Obi also expressed deep appreciation to the players for their commitment and dedication throughout the tournament.

“Thank you for giving us your absolute best, for pouring your heart into every game, and for showing the world what Nigerian excellence looks like. Your prowess on the court was exceptional,” he said.

He extended special recognition to the team’s coach, Rena Wakama, for her role in leading the team to glory.

“And to Coach Wakama, thank you for your leadership, strategy, and belief in this team, you guided them like a true champion maker,” Obi stated.

On Sunday, D’Tigress were crowned champions of the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket after defeating Mali in the final.

The Rena Wakama-led side clinched the title on Sunday at the Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

With the win, Nigeria made history as the first country to win five consecutive Women’s Afrobasket championships, further cementing their dominance on the continent.

They also remain unbeaten in the tournament for a decade.

Source Punch Ng

Posted August 4, 2025