Nigeria’s D’Tigress secured their fifth straight Women’s AfroBasket championship after defeating Mali 78-64.
This victory marks Nigeria’s seventh overall title in the competition.
Under Rena Wakama’s leadership, the team maintained their perfect record at the Women’s AfroBasket, now standing at 29 consecutive wins.
The West African squad has also earned a spot in the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup, set to take place in Germany.
Mali, South Africa, and Senegal will face off in the March 2024 playoffs for a chance to join the World Cup.
D’Tigress took control early, finishing the first quarter ahead 26-21.
The second quarter saw a fierce battle, leveling the score at 41-41.
Nigeria’s dominance shone in the third quarter, leading 61-56.
Ultimately, D’Tigress sealed their triumph with a 78-64 final score.
