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D’Tigers Drop in New FIBA World Ranking

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Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, has dropped four places in the latest FIBA ranking released on Friday.

The D’Tigers slumped from 39th to 42nd position in the world ranking.
The former African champions tallied 299.7 points during the month under review to occupy sixth position on the continent.

South Sudan hopped from 34th to 23rd in the FIBA World Ranking to become the top-ranked African team, overtaking Cote d’Ivoire.

Angola, Tunisia, and Egypt complete the top five teams in Africa.

Olympic champions U.S. protected their lead at the top, while Serbia jumped up two spots to get to the second spot with a total of 758.9 points, overtaking Germany.

Meanwhile, basketball enthusiasts have called for urgent action.

Femi Olatubosun, a fan, said the D’Tigers had fallen out of contention and were not the competitive team we knew them to be a few years back.

“Sadly, D’Tigers has continued to drop in the scheme of things, this is due to lack of competition and absence from major championships. I urge the federation to look critically at this and organise some friendly games for the team before the qualifiers for the Africa Cup begin,” he said.

Anthony Bernard said the federation neglected the team, a powerhouse of African basketball.

“D’Tigers have dropped in the world rankings because there is neglect from the federation. The team needs to get back and challenge for titles. The federation should organise friendly matches so that they can gather enough points and regain their top spot in Africa and in the world,” he said.

The D’Tigers last occupied the top African team before the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo and remain the only African team to beat the U.S. national team.

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ASP Justina Amah Emerges Star Performer, Wins Gold, Silver, Bronze

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By Samson Adeyanju

ASP Justina Amah of the Nigeria Police Force has emerged as the star performer at the February 2026 Delta Police Games, clinching a gold medal, a silver, and a bronze, further cementing her reputation as one of the Force’s top athletes.

Hailing from Ozalla in Igboetiti LGA, Enugu State, ASP Amah has consistently elevated the Nigeria Police Force through her sporting prowess.

Over the years, she has amassed an impressive collection of medals, including 8 gold in Karate, 4 gold in other sports, 8 silver, and 8 bronze, showcasing her versatility and dedication.

Beyond her achievements on the field, ASP Justina is widely recognized for her discipline and professionalism.

In 2023, she was honoured as the Ica & Sons Books Most Disciplined Police Woman in Camp, reflecting her exemplary conduct both on duty and in her community.

Observers and colleagues have called for her to receive special recognition and promotion, noting that her accomplishments not only bring glory to the Police Force but also serve as an inspiration to aspiring athletes and officers nationwide.

ASP Justina Amah’s journey highlights the power of talent, commitment, and perseverance in achieving excellence.

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Arsenal Stay Top as Liverpool Hit Five in Premier League Showdowns

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By Samuel Adeola

Arsenal maintained their grip at the top of the Premier League with a hard fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea in a tense London derby.

The Gunners showed composure under pressure to secure all three points and keep their title ambitions firmly on track.

Manchester City remain in close pursuit after edging Leeds United 1-0 away from home. The narrow win keeps City within touching distance as the title race intensifies.

At Anfield, Liverpool delivered the standout performance of the weekend, thrashing West Ham 5-2 in a ruthless attacking display. The emphatic result strengthens Liverpool’s push for a Champions League place.

Elsewhere, Manchester United boosted their European hopes with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. Everton stunned Newcastle 3-2 in a dramatic encounter, while Brentford edged Burnley 4-3 in a seven goal thriller.

Brighton secured a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest and Fulham defeated Tottenham 2 1. Bournemouth and Sunderland shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw.

With Arsenal leading and City close behind, the title race remains wide open, while the battle for European places continues to gather pace.

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Champions League Round of 16 Draw Produces Heavyweight Clashes

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By Samuel Adeola

The draw for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has produced blockbuster fixtures as Europe’s elite begin their knockout push toward Budapest 2026.

Among the standout ties, Paris Saint-Germain will face Chelsea, while Real Madrid renew their rivalry with Manchester City in what is billed as the clash of the round.

Elsewhere, Galatasaray take on Liverpool, and Atalanta meet Bayern Munich.

Other fixtures see Newcastle United against Barcelona, Atletico Madrid versus Tottenham Hotspur, Bodø/Glimt against Sporting CP, and Bayer Leverkusen facing Arsenal.

The ties will be played over two legs in March, with winners advancing to the quarter-finals.

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