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National teams26 Sept 2026LEADERSHIP Newspapers

D’Tigress Crash Out of FIBA Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s D’Tigress have been eliminated from the FIBA Women’s World Cup and have apologised to Nigerians for their disappointing campaign.

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Africans abroad26 Sept 2026EssentiallySports

Kenyan rookie Madina Okot meets President Ruto after Dream's win over Liberty

Atlanta Dream centre Madina Okot shared a courtside moment with Kenyan President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto after the Dream beat the New York Liberty 83-65 in their final regular-season game.

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National teams26 Sept 2026APAnews - Agence de Presse Africaine

AfroBasket Women 2027: FIBA confirms September 2026 start for qualifiers

FIBA has announced that the AfroBasket Women 2027 qualifiers will run from September 2026 to May 2027 across seven African zones, with seven spots up for grabs alongside five direct qualifiers.

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BAL23 Sept 2026punchng.com

Odaudu and Offia turn focus to BAL after Rivers Hoopers’ NPBL triumph

Coach Ogoh Odaudu and Final Four MVP Abel Offia said Rivers Hoopers are targeting the Basketball Africa League playoffs after reclaiming the Nigerian title in Port Harcourt.

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National teams23 Sept 2026LEADERSHIP Newspapers

Ugboaja Vows to Fix Nigerian Basketball if Elected NBBF President

Former Nigerian international Igoh Ugboaja says he is running for the NBBF presidency to restore unity and prioritise player development, not to relitigate past disputes.

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Africans abroad23 Sept 2026Senegal Direct

Senegalese Basketball Player Aminata Seck Held in US Since August 7

Senegalese basketball player Aminata Seck has been in US immigration detention since 7 August, according to her lawyer, who says her client has received only ibuprofen for serious knee and back pain.

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Clubs & federations23 Sept 2026naijanews.com

Rivers Hoopers claim seventh NPBL title with unbeaten Final Four run

The Kingsmen sealed their seventh NPBL crown in Port Harcourt with a 92-90 overtime win over Maktown Flyers, earning a return to the Basketball Africa League in 2027.

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Clubs & federations23 Sept 2026punchng.com

Rivers Hoopers reclaim NPBL title with unbeaten run

Rivers Hoopers sealed their seventh Nigeria Premier Basketball League crown in Port Harcourt, completing an unbeaten Final Four campaign and booking a return to the Basketball Africa League.

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Clubs & federations22 Sept 2026ACLSports

Rivers Hoopers claim seventh NPBL title in overtime

Rivers Hoopers edged defending champions Maktown Flyers 92-90 in overtime to win a record-equalling seventh NPBL title and book Nigeria's BAL berth.

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BAL22 Sept 2026Diya TV

NBA to meet African officials at UN General Assembly on BAL franchise sales

NBA executives will use the UN General Assembly in New York to advance plans to sell up to 10 permanent Basketball Africa League franchises to private investors from six African countries.

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National teams22 Sept 2026fiba.basketball

Seven places up for grabs as Women's AfroBasket 2027 qualifying begins

The qualifying journey for the 2027 Women's AfroBasket runs from September 2026 to May 2027, with seven places available across seven African zones for the main tournament.

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Africans abroad22 Sept 2026The Nation Newspaper

Nneka Ogwumike becomes fourth WNBA player to reach 8,000 career points

Los Angeles Sparks forward and first-generation Nigerian-American Nneka Ogwumike has become only the fourth WNBA player to score 8,000 career points.

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BAL22 Sept 2026Basket USA

NBA advances plan to sell up to 10 permanent BAL franchises

NBA executives will meet African representatives at the UN General Assembly this week to present the proposed shift to permanent Basketball Africa League franchises starting in 2027.

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Clubs & federations21 Sept 2026ACLSports

Rivers Hoopers Edge Gboko City Chiefs to Stay Unbeaten in NPBL Final Four

Rivers Hoopers beat Gboko City Chiefs 88-76 in Port Harcourt to remain the only unbeaten side heading into the final day of the NPBL Final Four.

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BAL21 Sept 2026Sports Business Journal

NBA to court African leaders at UN General Assembly over BAL franchise plan

NBA executives will meet African government leaders in New York this week to advance plans to sell up to 10 permanent Basketball Africa League franchises, with early bids from six African markets already exceeding $50 million.

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National teams21 Sept 2026New Telegraph

NBBF Election: Governor Lobbies to Remove Delegates Ahead of Congress

A sitting Nigerian governor interested in becoming NBBF president is lobbying colleagues to remove state chairmen before the September 25 congress, an investigation has revealed.

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BAL21 Sept 2026Kawowo Sports

Nam Blazers drawn in East Division Group D for Road to BAL 2027

Uganda's Namuwongo Blazers will face clubs from Burundi, Rwanda, Madagascar and Comoros in Hoima as they chase a top-two finish and a place in the BAL East Division Elite 16 in Nairobi.

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BAL21 Sept 2026Kawowo Sports

Road to BAL 2027: Hoima City Arena to Host East Division Group D Qualifiers

Namuwongo Blazers have confirmed that the BAL 2027 East Division Group D qualifiers will take place in Uganda at Hoima City Arena from October 23 to 26.

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National teams21 Sept 2026Head Topics

Abdullahi seeks NBBF presidency with call for fresh start and innovation

Dr Mustapha Abdullahi is bidding to lead the Nigeria Basketball Federation, pledging innovation, institutional discipline, corporate partnerships and stronger pathways for young players.

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National teams20 Sept 2026wiwsport

Gambia beat Senegal on penalties to win WAFU Zone A U17 title

Gambia defeated Senegal on penalties after a 0-0 draw to win the WAFU Zone A U17 title, ending the Lionceaux's bid for a third consecutive crown.

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Clubs & federations20 Sept 2026Mozzart Sport Kenya

Okot plays six minutes as Atlanta Dream beat Chicago Sky 106-81

Kenyan forward Madina Okot played just six minutes as Atlanta Dream closed their home schedule with a 106-81 win over Chicago Sky, moving to 28-14.

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National teams20 Sept 2026New Telegraph

Dr Mustapha Abdullahi emerges as contender for Nigeria Basketball Federation leadership

A former NBA agent turned federal institution chief, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi is being discussed as a candidate ahead of the Nigeria Basketball Federation election, with backers pointing to his management experience.

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Clubs & federations20 Sept 2026radio47.fm

Nairobi City Thunder and KPA set for third straight Kenya Premier League final

Nairobi City Thunder and Kenya Ports Authority have both completed 3-0 semifinal sweeps to set up a third consecutive Basketball Premier League final, with Thunder chasing a three-peat.

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National teams20 Sept 2026RFI

RFI's Mondial Sports revisits Women's World Cup with Mali and France guests

RFI's Mondial Sports will revisit the 2026 Women's Basketball World Cup with Mali assistant coach Diana Gandega alongside French legends Isabelle Yacoubou and Sarah Michel.