President Bola Tinubu has announced a $100,000 reward for each D’Tigress player after Nigeria’s women’s basketball team clinched their seventh AfroBasket title (and fifth straight!) by beating Mali 78–64 on Sunday in Abidjan.
Vice President Kashim Shettima represented Tinubu at a celebratory reception in the Presidential Villa, joined by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, and coaching staff led by Rena Wakama.
The reward mirrors the $100,000 given to each Super Falcons player following their recent WAFCON win, sparking lively online debates about sports incentives in Nigeria.
Many praised the government’s recognition of the teams’ achievements, while others raised questions about fairness and national priorities.
The D’Tigress’ latest victory cements Nigeria’s spot at the top of African women’s basketball, showcasing the team’s impressive consistency and commitment.