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Basketball Ban: The Skies Are Bright Again

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By Akeem Busari 

It was with untold happiness and joy that stakeholders and enthusiasts of basketball received the news of Nigeria’s return to the international basketball community, following the official announcement by the Federal Government through the Ministry of Sports, Thursday morning in Abuja. 

The decision of the Federal Government through the sports ministry to unban Nigeria have equally been generating varied opinions and importantly, the views have been somewhat akin to moving from gloom to boom.

Retracing the unhealthy and induced crises that eventually led to the unfortunate ban placed by the government on international basketball would always evoke sadness in the hearts of players, officials and genuine stakeholders of the game in Nigeria and diaspora. 

The ban has denied our girls who recorded a 3-peat Afrobasket title from participating in the Women’s Basketball World Cup slated for September in Australia. However, many stakeholders are willing to look beyond the unfortunate happenstances, as Nigeria’s Men’s national team can still compete against continental and global opponents for honours in forthcoming championships. 

At this point we must be quick to commend the President Muhammadu Buhari and the Ministry of Sports, through the Minister of Sports,  Chief Sunday Dare, for choosing to recognise the negative consequences of the ban would have on the game and of course, the millions of restive, but talented youths who are keen to eke a living from the game. 

It is equally worthy to commend the embattled President of NBBF,  Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, for his thoughtfulness, selflessness, humility and uncommon patriotism throughout the basketball turbulence. The decision to make an unveiled appeal on behalf of the NBBF board to President Muhammadu Buhari, through the Ministry of Sports, is the hallmark of a great statesman. 

The promise by the NBBF to make amends to contentious parts of its constitution is expected to pave ways for further betterment of the game in Nigeria. 

Without a doubt, the skies are bright again for Nigeria basketball. This is a victory for all genuinely concerned stakeholders in the future fortunes of the game in Nigeria. 

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Igoche Mark Seeks Collaboration,Unity Amongst Basketball Stakeholders in 2024

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The Initiator of Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, Mr.Igoche Mark has urged basketball stakeholders to embrace 2024 with a renewed hope and face the the year with an unwavering determination.

Mark’s admonition was contained in his new year message issued on Sunday in Abuja.
The message reads, “As we bid farewell to an eventful year and step into a new chapter, but let us embrace the new year with renewed hope and unwavering determination.


As members of this incredible basketball family, we have faced our fair share of hurdles, disappointments, and setbacks. But remember, it is during these trying times that our true strength lies. It is through the darkest of nights that the brightest stars emerge.


So, let us unite our hearts and minds as we eagerly embrace the promises that 2024 holds for us. Close your eyes for a moment, and visualize a future where we stand tall as a force to be reckoned with on the international basketball stage. The time has come to cast aside the shadows of the past and embark on a journey towards a brighter tomorrow. 


Dare to dream, dear basketball family, for dreams can weave miracles into reality. Together, let us forge ahead into the new year, armed with indomitable spirit, unwavering dedication, and an unbreakable bond that defines our basketball family.

Let us support one another, applaud each other’s achievements, and lend a helping hand when someone stumbles.” He stated.
Mark who reaffirmed his commitment towards the development of basketball,says the new year signals a new dawn to a positive turning point for the game.


“In this new year, let us reaffirm our commitment to the sport we love with every beat of our hearts. Let us nurture the young talents that lie in wait, providing them with guidance, encouragement, and the platform to shine.Believe in the power of our basketball family, dear friends. Believe that we have what it takes to soar to new heights, to defy all odds, and to emerge victorious.


Together, let us raise our heads high, brush off the dust of the past, and embrace the future with open arms.

For 2024 promises to be the dawn of a new era, a chapter where our basketball legacy shall flourish like never before. Wishing you all a year brimming with hope, growth, and joy. May the courts be our canvas, and may the game forever unite us”.Mark’s new year message concludes

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