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Nigeria Women's Basketball Takes On WNBA's LA Sparks
SportsApr 25

Nigeria Women's Basketball Takes On WNBA's LA Sparks

Nigeria's women's basketball team is making history as the first African national team ever to face a WNBA franchise. The game against the Los Angeles Sparks marks a bold new chapter for D'Tigress as they prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

Premium Times Nigeria3 min read
Nigeria's D'Tigress Eye Redemption at 2026 World Cup
SportsApr 21

Nigeria's D'Tigress Eye Redemption at 2026 World Cup

Nigeria's top-ranked women's basketball team will face France and South Korea again at the 2026 World Cup, the same teams that handed them defeats just months ago. Now ranked eighth in the world, D'Tigress sees the rematch as a chance to prove how far they've come.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian Basketball Team Gets Rally Cry for Africa League
SportsApr 12

Nigerian Basketball Team Gets Rally Cry for Africa League

Nigeria's MakTown Flyers are heading to Morocco for the Basketball Africa League Championship with a powerful message of support from basketball promoter Igoche Mark. The league champions are ready to represent their nation on the continental stage.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's D'Tigress Hold 8th in World Basketball Rankings
SportsMar 21

Nigeria's D'Tigress Hold 8th in World Basketball Rankings

Nigeria's women's basketball team remains the only African nation in the global top 10, holding steady at 8th place despite tough competition in France. Their consistent performance proves they're not just visitors among the world's elite but permanent fixtures capable of challenging basketball's biggest powers.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria's D'Tigress Get Rallying Cry After Korea Loss
SportsMar 13

Nigeria's D'Tigress Get Rallying Cry After Korea Loss

Nigeria's women's basketball team faced a tough loss to South Korea but received an inspiring message to keep their World Cup dreams alive. Coach promoter Mark Igoche reminded the players that champions are made in how they respond to defeat.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read