Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen encourages D’Tigress to stay focused and determined as they compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics, following their historic victory over Canada.
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has called on Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, to remain focused and determined as they compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics. Following their impressive 79-70 victory over Canada, which secured their place in the quarter-finals, D’Tigress made history as the first African team to reach this stage at the Olympics.
In a statement from his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi, the Speaker praised the team’s performance and assured them of the Green Chamber’s support. He emphasized the importance of staying focused and encouraged all Nigerian athletes at the Games to strive for excellence and bring laurels home.
D’Tigress is set to face the formidable US women’s basketball team in the quarter-finals. The Speaker’s message aims to boost the team's morale and highlight the nation's backing as they aim for further success in the tournament.
In addition to his support for D’Tigress, Tajudeen also extended his encouragement to other Nigerian athletes competing in Paris, urging them to remain determined and focused on their goals.
The Speaker’s rallying call reflects the pride and hope of Nigerians, as D’Tigress continues to inspire with their remarkable journey in the Olympics. The nation looks forward to their performance in the upcoming matches, with high hopes for a historic podium finish.
