US men’s basketball team have been knocked off the top of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) world rankings for the first time in over 12 years, with Spain taking over. Spain, who have enjoyed success in recent years including winning…
FG reverses ban on international basketball
The Federal Government has rescinded its decision to suspend Nigeria’s basketball teams from all international competitions. The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Youth and Sports Development Ismaila Abubakar disclosed this at a news conference in Abuja on Thursday. He said the…
No going back on 2019 NBBF Constitution – FIBA
The Federation of International Basketball Associations (FIBA) has declared that it will not accept any amendment to the 2019 Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) constitution. In its latest letter addressed to the Minister of Youth and Sports, Chief Sunday Dare, FIBA…
FIBA ranks D’Tigress 19th after fine World Cup outing (Punch)
Following their record-breaking performance at the just-concluded 2018 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, Nigeria’s women’s national basketball team, D’Tigress, have emerged as the highest climbers in the new rankings released by world basketball-governing body FIBA on Friday. According to the…
D’Tigers continue flawless journey to China (Guardian)
Expectations are high as D’Tigers, led by seasoned head coach, Alex Nwora, returned to the country to continue their perfect start on the road to China. The match is scheduled for the National Stadium, Surulere between June 29 and July…