Nigeria’s D’Tigress have cemented their legacy as Africa’s basketball queens, defeating Mali 78-64 to claim a record fifth straight FIBA Women’s AfroBasket title—their seventh overall. The victory extends their unbeaten streak to 29 games and secures a spot in the 2026 FIBA World Cup. Amy Okonkwo, named tournament MVP, led the charge with 19 points, while Ezinne Kalu’s 20-point explosion and Victoria Macaulay’s 10 points fueled Nigeria’s second-half surge. Despite Mali’s gritty first-half effort, a clutch Okonkwo three-pointer broke the tie in the third quarter, sparking Nigeria’s unstoppable run. President Bola Tinubu hailed the team’s historic achievement, coming just days after the Super Falcons’ 10th WAFCON win, marking a golden moment for Nigerian women’s sports.
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