President Bola Tinubu has congratulated D’Tigress’ coach, Rena Wakama, on her recognition as the best coach of women’s basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
The Nigeria women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, delivered a remarkable performance at the Olympics, marking the first time an African basketball team has reached the quarter-finals at the Olympic Games.
President Tinubu emphasised that the acknowledgement of Ms Wakama, 32, by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) further underscores her established leadership attributes and commitment to achieving excellence.
He commended the team, the coach, and all those involved in the unprecedented achievement at the Olympics, urging them not to give up or feel dejected but to stay resilient and resolute in pursuit of greatness.
President Tinubu emphasised that while winning trophies and medals is the ultimate objective in competitive sports, the importance of good sportsmanship, discipline, and sacrifice exhibited by all those representing Nigeria at the Olympic Games cannot be overstated. He expressed gratitude to the Nigerian contingent and extended well wishes for their pursuits.