President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s female basketball team, D’Tigress, on their groundbreaking achievement at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

The team made history by becoming the first African team to reach the quarter-finals in women’s basketball.

In a statement on the Aso Villa Instagram page, President Tinubu praised the team’s remarkable resilience, teamwork, and dedication. He also commended the coach and managers for their hard work and commitment.

The President urged D’Tigress to remain focused and strive for ultimate victory, assuring them of his unwavering support.

He expressed pride in the entire Nigerian contingent at the Olympics, encouraging them to continue excelling and making the nation proud.

President Tinubu’s congratulatory message reinforces the nation’s support for D’Tigress as they advance to the quarter-finals.

With the President’s backing and the nation’s enthusiasm, the team is poised to make an even greater impact at the Olympics.