The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, for their victory in the 2025 FIBA Afrobasket Tournament in Côte d’Ivoire.
Mrs Tinubu in a statement issued by her Special Assistant on Media, Busola Kukoyi, expressed gladness for the historic winning at the tournament.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalled that the first lady alongside her husband, President Bola Tinubu, while welcoming the Super Falcons on 10th WAFCON title recently, expressed optimism seeing D’Tigress bringing home the trophy as well.
Mrs Tinubu described the victory by the team as an inspiration to every young girl to dream of breaking barriers and making history through hard work and dedication.
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“I congratulate D’Tigress for this historic victory at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Tournament.
“To God be the Glory for yet another victory for Nigeria as you bring home the second trophy won by the nation in two weeks.
“Today, you have written another golden chapter in our dear Nation’s sporting history by defeating Mali to win your fifth consecutive FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title.
“With this win, you have showcased once again, the unwavering commitment and determination of Nigerian women on the global stage.
“I celebrate you, your discipline, and team spirit. Thank you for making Nigeria proud once again.
Congratulations, my wonderful D’Tigress,” she said.
(NAN)
