In a bid to boost morale and inspire Nigeria’s Women’s Basketball team, D’Tigress, before their crucial quarterfinal game against Team USA, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, alongside the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Sports Development, Mrs. Tinuke Watti, and the Acting Director of FEADS, Mr. Olumide Bamiduro, paid a visit to the players, coach, technical crew, and the President of the Federation, Musa Kidda.
D’Tigress has showcased exceptional performance at the Paris Olympics, defeating highly-ranked FIBA teams to secure a historic spot in the quarterfinals, marking a significant achievement for both Africa and Nigeria. Today, August 7th, they will face Team USA in a highly anticipated match.
The Honourable Minister extended his best wishes to the team and urged all Nigerians to continue supporting D’Tigress as they aim for another milestone.
“We are immensely proud of what D’Tigress has achieved so far. Their dedication, skill, resilience, and determination have brought them to this crucial stage, and we believe they have what it takes to make further history.
On behalf of the Federal Ministry of Sports Development and the entire nation, I extend my best wishes for their success in the game against Team USA. Let us all send the best of wishes and stay rooting for them,” said Senator John Owan Enoh.
D’Tigress Captain Amy Okonkwo expressed gratitude to the Minister of Sports Development for the visit, noting it as a significant morale booster.
She affirmed the team’s commitment to making Nigerians proud and reassured their dedication to delivering their best performance in the quarterfinal game.
The entire nation stands united behind D’Tigress as they prepare to take on one of the world’s most formidable teams.
