NBBF denies appointment of assistant coach for D'Tigress

NBBF denies appointment of assistant coach for D'Tigress

The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has denied the purported appointment of an assistant coach for the senior women basketball team, D'Tigress.

In a statement, the NBBF noted the false reports circulating regarding the appointment of a coach to D’Tigress, saying "no such appointment has been made or approved by the Federation."

"Any ongoing discussions remain strictly internal and subject to due process, review, and formal approval. The Federation has already addressed all related internal matters.

"Regarding the upcoming WNBA tour, NBBF will use this window to assess and evaluate potential coaching and personnel additions as preparations intensify for the World Cup.

The NBBF clarified that head coach Rena Wakama, will not be with the team during the tour due to her WNBA commitments with the Chicago Sky.

"During this period, the team will be led by assistant coach, Wani Muganguzi, as the Federation continues to strengthen and expand the coaching crew ahead of the World Cup.

"We advise media platforms and the public to disregard and refrain from amplifying unverified information. Official updates will come only from the Federation," the NBBF stated