President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Rena Wakama, the coach of Nigeria's women's basketball team, D’Tigress, for being named the best coach of women’s basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympics by the International Basketball Federation (FIBA).
Wakama, 32, led D’Tigress to a historic achievement as the first African basketball team to reach the quarter-finals at the Olympic Games. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu praised Wakama’s leadership and dedication, which were pivotal in this unprecedented success.
The President also commended the entire team and everyone involved in this milestone, urging them to remain resilient and continue striving for greatness. He emphasized the importance of good sportsmanship, discipline, and sacrifice in competitive sports.
“President Bola Tinubu congratulates Ms. Rena Wakama, D’Tigress’ coach, on her recognition as the best coach of women’s basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympics,” the statement read. “The Nigeria women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, put up a spectacular performance at the Olympics, becoming the first African basketball team to play in the quarter-finals at the Olympic Games.”
President Tinubu affirmed that while winning medals is a significant achievement, the values of sportsmanship and discipline are paramount. He extended his gratitude to the Nigerian contingent for their performance and wished them continued success in their future endeavors.
