Former Governor of Anambra State and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has extended warm congratulations to Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, following their remarkable triumph at the FIBA Women’s AfroBasket Championship, where they clinched their fifth consecutive title.
In a celebratory message posted on his verified X (formerly Twitter) account, Obi hailed the team’s dominant performance, describing it as a defining moment of Nigerian and African sporting excellence.
“Congratulations D’TIGRESS, you did it. You played like true queens of the court — fearless, fast, and unstoppable. Again, you’ve made Nigeria proud, you’ve made Africa proud, and you’ve made history by being the AfroBasket champions 5 times in a row.”
The message, tagged “Mission V Accomplished”, reflects the national pride and admiration following D’Tigress’ 78-64 victory over Mali in the finals held on August 3, 2025. The win not only extended their unbeaten run in the tournament to 29 matches over a decade but also marked their seventh AfroBasket title overall.
Obi praised the individual and collective efforts of the players and coaching staff, singling out head coach Rena Wakama for her leadership and strategic brilliance.
“To the players, thank you for giving us your absolute best, for pouring your heart into every game, and for showing the world what Nigerian excellence looks like. Your prowess on the court was exceptional.”
“And to Coach Wakama, thank you for your leadership, strategy, and belief in this team. You guided them like a true champion maker.”
He concluded his post by calling the team “indomitable” and celebrating their role in uplifting national morale.
D’Tigress’ historic win has triggered widespread praise from across the country, with congratulatory messages pouring in from political leaders, sports authorities, and international observers. Their victory reinforces Nigeria’s position as a powerhouse in women’s basketball on the African continent.
Credit: @PeterObi via x.com
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