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2021 Afrobasket: D’Tiger Will Give The Best-Engr Kida

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4 years ago

August 25, 2021

….Coach Brown Showers encomioum on Kida

As Nigeria’s Senior Men Basketball team has perfected its plan to play Mali in their first game in the 2021 Afrobasket tournament in Kigali, Rwanda, the Caretaker Committee Chairman of Nigeria Basketball Federation NBBF, Engr. Musa Kida, has assured that D’Tiger will give its best to achieve the ultimate at the end of the tournament.

Kida who gave the assurance in Kigali, Rwanda said, the Federation is working hard to ensure it builds on the 2017 Afrobasketball success.

According to him, “we are going to give our best, we are working hard to ensure we build on what we have achieved in the past year.

“As for Afrobasketball tournament, we have put everything in place and we are ready for the games” he said.

Meanwhile, the D’Tigers Coach, Mike Brown, has showered encomioum on the NBBF boss, Ahmadu Musa Kida for his physical and financial support to enable basketball strive in the country.

Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, ahead of the 2020 Afrobasket opener against Mali on Wednesday , Coach Brown showered heap of praises on the efforts of Engr Kida who has been working day and night, and even investing his resources towards the growth and development of game in the country.

Brown however assured that his players will are ready for the competition.

According to him, “Kida has put in a lot of resources, and time into the Basketball teams. He has keyed into our programs and very determined to see the team succeed” .

“My relationship with the NBBF has been fantastic, they are very passionate people who are determined to see Basketball succeed

” We are organizing the programs from up to down, and everyone is keying to it.”

However, the number one ranked team in Africa will also face Kenya and Côte d’Ivoire in group C in a quest to improve on the silver table in their second and third appearances respectively.

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Nigeria @ 65: Igoche Mark Pays Homage to Nigerian Athletes for Contributions

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5 days ago

October 1, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence anniversary on Wednesday October 1, Basketball Promoter and Initiator of Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has commended the country’s athletes for their outstanding contributions.

In a heartfelt message, Mr. Mark praised active and retired athletes for consistently putting Nigeria on the global map through their dedication, hard work, and achievements. “Your dedication, hard work, and achievements have not only brought us pride but have also inspired a generation of Nigerians,” he stated.

The Sports Administrator urged the National Sports Commission to establish a platform to celebrate these athletes and recognize their invaluable contributions to Nigerian sports. He emphasized the need to honour their legacy and provide a framework for their continued involvement in sports after retirement.

To support athletes in transition, Mr. Mark recommended that “retirement plans be implemented to ensure a seamless transition into life after sports. This would enable athletes to plan for their future and maximize their post-athletic careers.”

Furthermore, he proposed a welfare package for retired athletes, including access to healthcare, education, and economic empowerment programs. “By doing so, we can show our appreciation for their service and ensure that they are taken care of,” Mr. Mark added.

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence anniversary on October 1, with the theme “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” Mr. Mark’s sentiments echo the sentiments of many Nigerians who believe in the importance of recognizing and supporting the country’s athletes.

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