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The continent's basketball stories, from Lagos to Luanda, Dakar to Cairo.

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National teamsBlueprint Newspapers

Ex-D’Tigers captain Oyedeji appeals NBBF election result

Former Nigeria captain Olumide Oyedeji has asked the NBBF Election Appeals Committee to void the 2026 federation election and order a fresh vote.

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National teamsWiwSport

Senegal to host 2027 Africa Wheelchair Basketball Cup in Dakar

Dakar will stage the men's Africa Wheelchair Basketball Cup in August 2027, serving as the sole qualifier for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.

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National teamsSenego.com

Senegal to host Africa men's wheelchair basketball Cup in 2027

Dakar will stage the Africa men's wheelchair basketball Cup from 19 to 29 August 2027, the sole qualifier for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.

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National teamsBlueprint Newspapers

Bakare tells peace advocates: justice must come first in NBBF elections row

Former D'Tigers coach Ayodele Bakare has rejected calls to bury the NBBF election dispute, insisting that pursuing accountability is not the same as rejecting peace.

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National teamsVoice of Nigeria

New NBBF President Abdullahi Pledges Grassroots Reform and Unity

Mustapha Abdullahi, elected NBBF president with 40 of 48 votes, has outlined a reform agenda spanning grassroots development, player welfare and women's basketball ahead of his 100-day plan.

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National teamsEye Radio

South Sudan edged by Senegal in tight qualifying clash

Gorgui Dieng's 17 points and 15 rebounds lifted Senegal past South Sudan 69-66, tightening the race for a World Cup place.

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Bakare: peace cannot come at expense of justice in NBBF election dispute

Former D'Tigers coach Ayodele Bakare has insisted aggrieved stakeholders must be free to challenge the 2026 NBBF elections without being condemned for seeking redress.

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National teamsmichezo afrika

Nigeria fall to Poland as DPR Korea chase historic fifth title

Nigeria's Flamingos lost 2-1 to Poland on the opening day of the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Rabat, while DPR Korea thrashed Puerto Rico 6-0.

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National teamsAllAfrica

Mustapha Abdullahi elected NBBF president, pledges to grow Nigerian basketball

Dr Mustapha Abdullahi won the NBBF presidency with 48 votes, beating Olumide Oyedeji 8-0 and promising to expand opportunities for young players.

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National teamsTHISDAYLIVE

New NBBF Vice President Udezue Pledges Service to All Six Zones

Ugo Udezue, elected unopposed as Nigeria Basketball Federation vice president on October 15, says the new board is committed to balanced development across all six zones and the FCT.

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National teamsWiwSport

Senegal wheelchair basketball international Issa Dia signs with Greek club A.O. Kabaa

Senegalese wheelchair basketball international Issa Dia has signed with Greek Division 1 side A.O. Kabaa, marking a new chapter for the country's paralympic talent abroad.

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National teamsEye Radio

South Sudan beaten by Serbia at FIBA World Cup, knockout hopes hinge on China result

South Sudan slipped to an 83-115 defeat against Serbia at the FIBA World Cup and now depends on China's result against Puerto Rico to keep alive their hopes of advancing.

A gavel and bell lie on a scorer's table in front of a basketball hoop styled as a ballot box, on a green, white and black patterned background, evoking a disputed federation election.
National teamsAllAfrica

Uneasy calm as NBBF election heads into Abuja vote amid disputes

FIBA set an October 15 deadline for Nigerian basketball's elective congress as presidential candidates petitioned President Tinubu over alleged irregularities in the process.

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National teamsAllAfrica

Abdullahi elected NBBF president, replaces Kida

Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi has been elected president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, succeeding two-term leader Ahmedu Musa Kida at a congress in Abuja.

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National teamsDailysport.co.ke

Kenya launches 53-strong campaign for Dakar Youth Olympic Games

Kenya has unveiled a 53-athlete delegation for the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games, the country's largest ever, with women making up nearly 79 percent of the squad.

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National teamsTalkBasket

Five areas that could decide D'Tigers' World Cup qualifying campaign

With Qatar 2027 looming, Nigeria's path to the FIBA Basketball World Cup will hinge on guard play, ball movement, defence, shooting and bench depth across a demanding qualifying schedule.

An empty court still life: a basketball, gavel and ballot papers sit on a scorer's table beside a small hoop, suggesting a disputed federation election.
National teamsAllAfrica

Abdullahi elected NBBF president as court challenge and protests cloud vote

Mustapha Abdullahi won 40 of 48 votes to defeat Olumide Oyedeji in a disputed NBBF election in Abuja, with a federal court challenge and allegations of irregularities hanging over the result.

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National teamsRealnews Magazine

New NBBF President Abdullahi Pledges Reforms for Nigerian Basketball

Mustapha Abdullahi has been elected President of the Nigeria Basketball Federation, defeating former D'Tigers captain Olumide Oyedeji by 40 votes to eight, and outlining an ambitious reform agenda.

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National teamsSport News Africa

Abidjan hosts FIBA Africa regional youth camp in October

The Palais des Sports de Treichville in Abidjan welcomes FIBA Africa's regional youth camp for under-16 players, with sessions for girls and boys later this month.

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National teamsAIT LIVE

Mustapha beats Oyedeji 40-8 to win NBBF presidency

Abdullahi Mustapha has been elected president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation after securing 40 votes to Olumide Oyedeji's eight at a stormy congress in Abuja.

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National teamsSahara Reporters

Mustapha Abdullahi elected NBBF president with 40 of 48 votes

Dr Mustapha Abdullahi has been elected president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation after securing 40 of 48 votes in Abuja, with his DAM Foundation backing his 'New Dawn' agenda.

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National teamsSport News Africa

FIBA Africa youth camp returns to Abidjan for second edition

Abidjan hosts the FIBA Africa regional youth camp in October, gathering 55 players from 20 African countries for under-16 sessions run by FIBA and NBA experts.

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National teamsSport News Africa

Gabon seals AfroCan 2027 spot, Cameroon waits on wild card

Gabon swept both Zone IV qualifiers to qualify for the AfroCan 2027 finals in Kigali, while Cameroon finished second and could still receive a wild card.

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National teamsLEADERSHIP Newspapers

Igoche Mark withdraws from NBBF presidential race

Basketball stakeholder Igoche Mark has stepped down from the Nigerian Basketball Federation presidential race, citing concerns over the electoral process.