As the countdown begins for the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has released the preliminary roster for the national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, as preparations officially kick off to defend their continental title.

In line with the build-up to the tournament, the team is set to begin training camp, featuring a range of organized activities — including the highly anticipated Homecoming Games.

These exhibition matches will not only celebrate the team’s past achievements but also serve as a crucial assessment platform for the technical crew as they work to finalize the squad.

The NBBF has reaffirmed its dedication to selecting the best talents to represent Nigeria, aiming to maintain the nation’s dominance in African women’s basketball and secure yet another AfroBasket crown.

Preliminary Squad List:

Guards:
Precious Amukamara (PG), Ezinne Kalu (PG), Ifunaya Okoro (CG 1/2), Elizabeth Balogun (SG/F 2/3), Grace Efosa (SG/F 2/3), Solape Amusan (G/F 2/3), Abiodun Damilola Yusuf (G/F 2/3)

Forwards:
Adenike Olawuyi Olayemi (F 3), Amy Okonkwo (F/PF 3/4), Nicole Enabosi (F/PF 3/4), Pallas Kunayi (PF 3/4), Murjanatu Musa (PF 4), Gift Uchenna (PF 4)

Forward/Centers:
Victoria Macaulay (PF/C 4/5), Christabel Ezumah (PF/C 5), Izoje Uche (PF/C 5)

Centers:
Lauren Ebo (C 5), Ugonne Onyiah (C 5), Vera Ojenuwa (C 5), Blessing Ejiofor (C 5)