First Lady Of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu today hosted FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Champions, D’Tigress to a reception at the Aso Villa, Abuja.
Gatekeepers News reports that the Nigerian Female National Basketball Team defeated arch-rivals Senegal 84-74 points in Kigali, Rwanda to win the title for the fourth consecutive time asserting themselves as the best in Africa.
In a statement issued by her media adviser, Bisola Kukoyi on Monday, Mrs Tinubu said their performance on the basketball court was a testament of hard work, discipline and commitment to excellence and this will inspire countless individuals especially women, to pursue their dreams.
She said: “Your victory transcends sports, symbolizing the potential that can be realized when a diverse group of individuals come together with a common goal.
“I am immensely proud of your achievements and the positive image you have projected for our country. Your success reinforces the fact that Nigerian women are capable of reaching the highest level in any endeavour they choose to undertake.”
The Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar, thanked the First Lady for hosting the team with an assurance that they would be going to the drawing board to get ready for the 2024 Olympic Games with victory on their mind.
The captain of the team then presented the coveted FIBA Women’s Afrobasket trophy to the First Lady, wife of the vice-president and wife of the Senate President.
Officials of the Basketball Federation also presented a medal and jersey to the First Lady.
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