The Nigerian women’s national basketball team has announced a provisional squad ahead of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Qualifying Tournament.
The tournament is scheduled to take place from March 11 to 17, 2026, in Lyon.
Experienced Core and Emerging Talents
Established players headline the squad, including:
- Amy Okonkwo
- Sarah Ogoke
- Promise Amukamara
- Ezinne Kalu
They are joined by promising talents such as:
- Pius Idubano
- Adenike Olawuyi
- Grace Efosa
- Rita Igbokwe
- Wandoo Hemba
- Ayomide Tewogbade
Full Provisional Roster
The complete provisional list also features:
- Elizabeth Balogun
- Nicole Enabosi
- Victoria Macaulay
- Murjanatu Musa
- Pallas Kunayi-Akpannah
- Ifunaya Okoro
- Blessing Ejiofor
Nigeria’s Fixtures in Lyon
Nigeria will begin its qualifying campaign against Colombia on March 11, before facing South Korea on March 12.
They will then take on the Philippines on March 14, host France on March 15, and conclude their group fixtures against Germany on March 17.
Building on Past Appearances
Nigeria previously featured at the tournament in 2006 and 2018. D’Tigress will look to build on their growing international reputation and mount a strong challenge on the global stage in Lyon.
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