Basketball

Emir of Kano Ado Bayero Cheers D’Tiger in Rwanda

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3 years ago

August 30, 2021

As part of his love, passion for the game of Basketball in the country, the Emir of Kano, His Royal Highness, Aminu Ado Bayero alongside members of the royal house was in Kigali, Rwanda on Sunday to cheer the Nigeria’s men basketball team, D’Tigers at the ongoing FIBA Afrobasket.

The traditional ruler’s presence at the stadium on Sunday showed an unwavering support and affection for the game of basketball in the country.

The Emir of Kano, His Royal Highness Ado Bayero a close friend of NBBF Caretaker Chairman Engr. Musa Kida, is an ardent follower and fan of the D’Tigers, went with his entourage to cheer the team.
However, the show of love by Emir revealed that Nigeria Basketball Federation, Caretaker Committee Chairman Engr. Musa Kida is living up to expectations and has all it take to take game of Basketball to the next levels in the country .

Though, the team lost the game 68-77pts to Côte d’Ivoire in their last group C game after winning the two previous games.

All hope is not lost for a medal finish as the team led by Coach Brown is eager to see how they can bounce back from this minor setback.

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Bauchi FA Chairman Patrick Pascal Honoured at Be Happy Basketball Tournament

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2 weeks ago

January 21, 2025

The Gleamer

Bauchi State Football Association Chairman, Patrick Pascal, was honored at the recently concluded Be Happy Basketball Tournament in Bauchi. The annual event, sponsored by former basketball international Danjuma Maijama’a Wunti, brought together over 13 basketball teams from across Nigeria for a week of exciting competition.

The 2025 edition of the tournament saw Suns Basketball Academy of Jos emerge as champions, clinching the top prize of ₦500,000. Adamawa Stars of Yola finished second, while Mak-Town Flyers of Makurdi claimed third place, earning ₦200,000 for their efforts.

Several standout players received individual accolades:

•   Most Valuable Player (MVP): Rayyan Salis (Suns Basketball Academy, Jos).
•   Most Improved Player: Modupe Lawrence (Mak-Town Flyers, Makurdi).
•   Best Defensive Player: Thomas Abo (Mak-Town Flyers, Makurdi).
•   Highest Scorer: Rayyan Salis (Suns Basketball Academy).
•   Best 3-Point Shooter: Solomon Iliya (Be Happy Stars, Bauchi).

Teams from across Nigeria took part, including Maktown Flyers (Makurdi), Joe Geez (Jos), Adamawa Stars (Yola), Gamji (Maiduguri), Elite Basketball Club (Takum), Suns Basketball Academy (Jos), Abba Gida Gida (Kano), Katsina United (Katsina), D Block Basketball Club (Kaduna), Yankari Kings (Bauchi), The Cubs Basketball Club (Bauchi), and Be Happy Stars (Bauchi).

Speaking on his recognition, Patrick Pascal expressed gratitude to the tournament sponsor, Danjuma Maijama’a Wunti, for his commitment to youth empowerment and development through sports. He praised the players for their remarkable display of skill and teamwork throughout the competition, highlighting the event’s importance in fostering talent and unity.

The Be Happy Basketball Tournament continues to grow in stature as a major platform for discovering and nurturing basketball talent across Nigeria.

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