Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, have served notice to the rest of Africa after wrapping up the latest FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers window with a flawless 3-0 record, crowned by a dominant 106-62 demolition of Rwanda.

In a performance that underlined their resurgence, D’Tigers overwhelmed Rwanda from the opening tip, controlling both ends of the floor and never allowing their opponents a route back into the contest. Nigeria stormed to a 25-14 first-quarter lead, stretched the advantage to 49-29 at halftime, and produced an even more devastating second half to seal an emphatic 44-point victory.

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The result was the perfect ending to an outstanding qualification window in which Nigeria rediscovered the grit, chemistry, and confidence that have long made D’Tigers one of Africa’s elite basketball nations.

The journey began with a hard-earned 84-81 victory over Tunisia, where Nigeria showed remarkable composure to overcome one of the continent’s traditional powerhouses. They followed it with another nail-biting triumph, edging Guinea 80-79 in dramatic fashion to end Guinea’s unbeaten run and keep their own perfect record intact.

With momentum fully on their side, D’Tigers saved their most complete performance for the final game. Against Rwanda, the Nigerian side delivered an attacking masterclass, moving the ball brilliantly, defending with intensity, and scoring at will as they cruised to a commanding 106-62 victory.

The perfect 3-0 sweep not only secured Nigeria’s place in the next phase of the qualifiers but also sent a powerful warning to every team still standing in the race for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

After questions were raised about the team’s fortunes in recent years, D’Tigers have answered in the best possible way—on the court. Three games, three wins, and a renewed belief that Nigerian basketball is once again on the rise.

Nigeria’s Results

🏀 🇳🇬 Nigeria 84-81 Tunisia
🏀 🇳🇬 Nigeria 80-79 Guinea
🏀 🇳🇬 Nigeria 106-62 Rwanda

Three games. Three victories. A perfect window.

D’Tigers didn’t just win—they made a statement. Africa has been put on notice

Former Jigawa State Governor and founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Sule Lamido, has called on aspiring politicians and candidates to conduct issue-based campaigns and avoid personal attacks as preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum.
Lamido made the call Saturday when he received PDP Governorship candidates of Gombe, Kano, Bauchi and Yobe states in his hometown Bamaina, Birnin Kudi Local Government.

He said, focusing on issue-based campaign will help in restoring unity and development of the country especially when the country is facing serious problems.

According to him, “We want to redirect and restore the culture of politics in terms of issues not personality.

“We must know, we are all Nigerians, that’s very important, we are citizens of this country, we all love Nigeria.

“It’s not about what someone did, it’s about what you will give as an individual or political party, what are you going to offer Nigerians?”

Lamido explained that, issues such as insecurity, education, economy, corruption among other are the issues that require attention.

“These are the issues we will be campaigning, so that by the time we win the government, it is going to be a government of the people ”

Speaking during the visit, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Gombe State and former Minister of Communications, Dr. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, commended the former governor for his fatherly role, steadfastness, and commitment to speaking the truth.

Pantami said the visit was aimed at seeking Lamido’s fatherly advice, guidance, and support as they navigate the current political landscape.

According to him, “Nigeria and Nigerians need leaders like Sule Lamido who stand with the masses and possess the courage to speak the truth to anyone, regardless of their position or status,” Pantami said.