Tag: Nigeria Basketball Federation

D’Tigress Battle Colombia as World Cup Qualifiers Begin in Lyon

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Reigning African Champions Nigeria’s DTigress will open her campaign at the FIBA Women’s World cup Qualifying Tournament against Colombia at the Villeurbanne Sports Arena in Lyon on Wednesday. The Nigerian girls have continued to build a high reputation as a major force in World basketball and the game against the Colombians is seen by the girls as a perfect way to build a good momentum ahead of the World Cup. Coach Rena Wakama’s team are highly focused to make the best out of the qualifying tournament in Lyon despite having…

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Kida Expresses Confidence in Nigerian Basketball’s Growth, Reaffirms NBBF’s Commitment to Sustainable League Development and National Team Excellence

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The President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, on … held an extensive interactive session with sports journalists, providing strategic insights into the current state of basketball in Nigeria, ongoing reforms, and the Federation’s roadmap for 2026 and beyond. The session, which fostered transparency and collaboration with the media, featured the formal introduction of key members of the NBBF Board. Engr. Kida disclosed that the Board has approved a comprehensive 2026 Activities Calendar, which will soon be made public. The calendar features a dense schedule of…

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Musa Kida Endorses Niger Delta Games As A Premier Sporting Event.

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As young Nigerian athletes from the Niger Delta region continue to showcase their talents at the ongoing Niger Delta Games (NDG) in Benin, Edo State, Engr. Musa Kida, President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), has praised the organisers of the Games. Speaking to the media in Abuja, Kida, who is also the Chairman of NNPC, noted that the entrance of the NDG into Nigeria’s sporting landscape is a step in the right direction and will help in the development of sports, not only in the region but across the…

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Basketball Stakeholders Unfazed by NBBF Long Serving Board Member’s Self-Serving Criticism; Kida’ Tenure is ‘Sacrosanct

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Basketball stakeholders across the country have dismissed recent attacks against the leadership of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) as a calculated attempt by a long-serving board member to deliberately disrupt the lawful tenure of the current board for personal advantage. According to informed stakeholders, the agenda is no longer hidden. The sustained criticism, misinformation, and public outbursts are aimed at creating instability within the federation, with the ultimate goal of truncating the current leadership’s tenure ahead of schedule. This, they insist, is designed to position certain individuals to benefit from…

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Musa Kida’s tenure: A call For Continuity, Fairness, Respect For A Legitimate Board

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As the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) moves gradually toward its 2026 elective congress, renewed conversations around leadership have, unfortunately, been accompanied by misleading narratives. Chief among them is the erroneous impression that the current NBBF President, Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, is angling for a third term in office. This interpretation is inaccurate and detracts from the real issue confronting Nigerian basketball. The argument before stakeholders is not about tenure elongation or a breach of constitutional limits. Rather, it is about allowing Musa Kida to complete the tenure that lawfully commenced…

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“One Of Our Own Is Representing At The World Olympians Association” — Kida Pleased With Oyedeji’s Election

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Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), has officially extended his warmest congratulations to Mr. Olumide Oyedeji following his landmark election as the Secretary General of the World Olympians Association (WOA). In a formal congratulatory letter dated January 20, 2026, Kida expressed the collective pride of the Nigerian basketball community. He emphasized that seeing a Nigerian basketball icon ascend to such a prestigious international position is a significant milestone for the country. Kida described the election as a “well-deserved” outcome, pointing to Oyedeji’s long-standing history of…

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Let Results, Not Politics, Decide: A Case for Musa Kida to Complete His NBBF Tenure

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In the often turbulent space of Nigerian sports administration, basketball has learned—sometimes painfully—that progress is impossible without stability. As debates resurface around leadership and tenure at the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), one fact remains incontestable: the current board led by Engineer Musa Ahmadu Kida was officially inaugurated on October 6, 2022, by the Federal Government of Nigeria. By every standard of governance, legality and fairness, that date defines the lifespan of the board, making October 6, 2026 the natural end of its tenure. Beyond legality, however, lies a stronger argument—performance.…

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NBBF President, Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida Applauds Super Eagles for Proud AFCON 2025 Showing

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Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) and Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for their outstanding performance at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco. In a statement released following Nigeria’s memorable campaign, Engr. Kida praised the team’s commitment, tenacity, and unity throughout the tournament, which culminated in the Super Eagles securing the bronze medal, a moment of pride for every Nigerian at home and in the diaspora. Despite the…

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