Tinubu Applauds D’Tigress For “Superb performance” Waits To W Welcome Players

President Bola Tinubu has applauded D’Tigress of Nigeria for their “Superb performance” in their quest to becoming fifth consecutive AfroBasket Champion after defeating Mali with 78-64 in the final.

In his X handle, Tinubu praised the team saying: “You did it, girls! @DtigressNG.

“Superb performance to become 5x consecutive Champions of Africa and seventh overall.

“Well done, Coach Rena and the team.

“You have made Nigeria proud. I am expecting you all, along with the trophy.

“#MissionV – Done & Dusted”

Prior to the game, Tinubu had sent a team of federal government representative to Abidjan to cheer the D’Tigress to victory.

He also wrote on his X handle:

“I have dispatched a Presidential Delegation to Abidjan to stand with our superlative D’Tigress as they pursue a fifth consecutive AfroBasket title for Nigeria. #MissionV

“Led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, this team of senior government officials represents the full weight of our national pride, belief, and support.

“Our girls have shown character, discipline, and the Nigerian spirit in every game. As they prepare for the final in two hours, we stand behind them – not just as fans, but as a grateful nation inspired by their excellence.

Go for gold. Go for glory, girls! 🇳🇬

“~ President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

“#DTigress #AfroBasket2025 #NigeriaRising #RenewedHopeInSports

“@ShehuDikko @ImmaculateIman @hanneymusawa @DrDorisAnite @SundayDareSD @otegaogra @KukoyiBusola”