The Nigeria Customs Basketball Women’s Team picked their first win in the FIBA Africa Women’s Basketball League Zone 3 Qualifier 2024 in Liberia, defeating Energie Basketball Club of Benin Republic 58-39.
The Border Girls, defending champions of the Africa Women’s Basketball League Zone 3 qualifier, dominated from the start, outclassing their Beninese opponents .
Speaking after the game, the Sport Secretary of the Nigeria Customs Service, Samuel Onikeku, praised the team for showcasing class and this win is a testament to the team’s determination, advised the team not to get complacent ahead of their remaining games.
“First of all let me say congratulations to the girls for their fighting spirit to outclass their opponent from Benin Republic.
“ We have put in all work to achieved this and also I must thank the Comptroller General of Customs for availing the team necessary support which enabled us to be here today”.
Onikeku emphasized the importance of staying focused, stating, “We can’t get complacent… We will keep working hard to defend our title and qualify from our zone.”
The Adewale Adeniyi Girls are grouped with Commissioners of Liberia, Societe Omnisport De L’Armee of Coted’Ivoire, and Energie of Benin Republic in Group B.
