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MFM Are Champions Of 2023 Zenith Women’s Basketball League

MFM Basketball team have emerged winner of the 2023 Zenith Bank Women’s League organised by the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF).

After three days of action inside the National Stadium Sports Hall, Lagos, MFM defeated Nigeria Customs 64-60 in the group match in the four-team format.

The results mean MFM topped the table after winning their 3 group matches beating Nigeria Customs, Bayelsa Whales and Air Warriors. They went home with the sum of N1.75m, a trophy. medals courtesy of the sponsor Zenith Bank PLC and a ticket to represent Nigeria at the 2024 FIBA Africa Club Championship.

Defending champions, Air Warriors came second and got N750,000 plus medals, third place went to Nigeria Customs and they smile home with N500,000 for their efforts. Bayelsa Blue Whales finished in fourth position.

MFM have now joined the exclusive list of teams which include First Bank, Dolphins, First Deep Water and Air Warriors to have won the Elite Basketball League.

Regina Donanu of MFM scooped the Most Valuable Player and Highest 3-point Shooter award, while the Highest Rebounder award went to Vivian Iwuji of Bayelsa Whales.

The cheering news of the night came from the President of the Basketball Federation who revealed that Zenith Bank will also sponsor the National Division One Female League starting in 2024 apart from the Women’s Basketball League.

The announcement was celebrated by fans and stakeholders of the game who gave kudos to the Federation and its partners Zenith Bank.

Kida said the format for the new league will be made public soon by the Federation through its Women’s Basketball League committee headed by Prof Florence Adeyanju.

The NBBF told a delighted Zenith bank management team that products of the Zenith Women’s Basketball League have gone to represent Nigeria through the Female National team, D’Tigress.

“We want to thank our partner Zenith Bank for their sponsorship. I am pleased to let you know that the female national team have won the Afro basket on four occasions and the bulk of the team used the zenith of women’s basketball to become superstars,” he said.

He assured that the Federation is doing all it can for the Tigress to qualify for the 2024 Olympics.

The NBBF boss seeks more understanding from Nigeria’s Basketball stakeholders and assured that the Men’s Premier League will begin this month

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Super Falcons Defender Chidimma Ogbuchi Signs 2 years Management Deal With TopPro

Super Falcons and Robo Queens defender Chidimma Ogbuchi has signed a 2-year deal with TopPro Sports Management Company.

While speaking during the sign-on event, the Chief Executive Officer of TopPro Management Company, Ms. Ojuolape Kosoko, welcome the hard-tackling defender to the stable of TopPro, who are renowned for their astuteness, professionalism and reputable global football networks, that has seen several players on his stable including Super Falcons Striker Folashade Ijamilusi, earning lucrative football deals across the globe.

Kosoko, in her address to Chidimma Ogbuchi and her team of minders led by Coach Emmanuel Osahon, advised the player to remain focused, disciplined and of course, passionate about the game, while adding that her company would give the player all the necessary supports for further growth and development.

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Cote d’Ivoire 2025: Zubairu bravely accepts the challenge of North Africans, South Africa

head coach of Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubairu

 

The head coach of Flying Eagles, Aliyu Zubairu, has voiced his optimism following Thursday’s group stage draw for the Africa U20 Cup of Nations, which will take place in Cote d’Ivoire, 26th April – 18th May.

The Nigerian team finds itself in a demanding group alongside traditional powerhouses Morocco, Egypt, and South Africa, all of whom have a rich history in African youth football.

In his reaction to the draw, Coach Zubairu remarked: “It’s a very good draw. If a team truly aspires to reach the FIFA World Cup, there is no need to shy away from any opponent. Facing Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa at this stage presents a tremendous opportunity. I believe it’s a blessing.” This perspective not only highlights Zubairu’s confidence in his squad’s capabilities but also underscores his commitment to challenging his players against formidable rivals, which can ultimately foster their development and resilience.

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Coach Zubairu stressed the necessity of mental preparation as his team gears up for these high-stakes matches. He is keen on instilling a robust sense of self-belief within his players, emphasizing that they should approach every opponent with respect and seriousness.

 

“We need to dispel the notion that this is a ‘group of death,’” he said. “In African football, there are no small teams anymore. The key is to prepare very well. A lesser-known nation can surprise everyone if they come prepared.”

 

To ensure the team is adequately prepared for the task, the NFF has not only put the Flying Eagles in camp to resume training, with a 30-man squad, but has also organised a two-match tour of Cairo for the team to play the Egyptian U20 team at the end of this month. The friendly matches in Cairo have been scheduled for 25th and 27th February

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Cote d’Ivoire 2025: Flying Eagles up against Egypt, South Africa and Morocco

 

Seven-time champions Nigeria will battle it out with tough customers Egypt, South Africa and Morocco in the group phase of this year’s Africa U20 Cup of Nations, scheduled for Cote d’Ivoire 26th April – 18th May.

 

The Flying Eagles pipped host nation Egypt 1-0 in a group phase match at the last edition of the competition and must ensure a great start to their campaign in Cote d’Ivoire in order to build confidence for a gritty tournament. Nigeria finished third in Egypt two years ago.

 

Former Malian player Adama Coulibaly, who was an assistant at the draw conducted inside the CAF headquarters in Egypt on Thursday, said: “There is no doubt that the toughest group is the group B that has Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa and Morocco.”

 

Hosts Cote d’Ivoire will have to contend with DR Congo, Ghana, Tanzania and the yet-to-emerge representative team of Central Africa zone, in a five-team group A.

 

Cup-holders Senegal head group C, which also has Zambia and two debutants Kenya and Sierra Leone.

 

The two top-placed teams in each group, alongside the best two third-placed finishers in the three groups, will advance to the championship’s quarter finals.  

 

GROUP A: Cote d’Ivoire, UNNIFAC, DR Congo, Ghana, Tanzania

 

GROUP B: Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, Morocco

 

 

GROUP C: Senegal, Zambia, Kenya, Sierra Leone

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