Our sport correspondent
In the buildup to the 2025 Afrobasket Qualifiers, Coach Abdulrahman Mohammed has unveiled a formidable 12-man roster for Nigeria's senior male national basketball team, D'Tigers. The team is set to kick off its campaign against Libya in a Group B clash today. The roster includes both familiar faces and promising newcomers, with players like Michael Okiki, Johnson Anaiye, and Victor Eze leading the charge. Despite facing challenges during preparations, the team is determined to emulate the success of their female counterparts, D'Tigress, who secured a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. With confidence running high, D'Tigers aim to overcome all obstacles as they set their sights on victory in the qualifiers. Following their opener against Libya, Nigeria will take on Uganda and Cape Verde in subsequent matches.
