President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated the national female basketball team, D’Tigress, on winning the 2017 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket in Mali.

In a statement released by special adviser on media and publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, President Buhari commended the players for displaying uncommon strength, confidence, skill and dexterity in their victory over Senegal in Sunday’s final.

He also urged the team and their handlers to remain focused and dedicated as they prepare for next year’s FIBA World Cup in Spain, assuring them of all the necessary support needed to excel.

D’Tigress won the title on Sunday evening after defeating strong rivals Senegal 65-48 in the final.

Trailing by six points from the first quarter, the Nigerians fought back to win the second quarter 21-10 points.

D’Tigress never looked back as they extended their lead by winning the third quarter 15-7 points and the fourth quarter 17-13 points.

Following their victory, Nigeria also qualified for the FIBA Women’s World Cup in Spain next year.