Maktown Flyers Set for BAL Opener Against Ivorian Champions

Maktown Flyers are set to begin their Basketball Africa League (BAL) campaign against Ivorian champions Jeunesse Club d'Abidjan on April 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM Nigerian time. This match is part of the Sahara Conference group phase held in Rabat, Morocco, from April 24 to May 3, 2026.

The Flyers, who recently claimed the 2025 national title, are making their debut in the BAL, joining other teams like Club Africain and JCA King. Head coach Abdulrahman Moham, a former Nigerian international and ex-D'Tigers coach, expressed confidence in the team's potential despite their limited experience.

The squad includes players such as Jame Butler Jr., Tolani Buhari, and Jawad Adekoya, who previously showcased impressive scoring abilities. The Flyers aim to build team chemistry quickly, as they prepare to compete at the continental level, while JCA King seeks to recover from an opening defeat in the tournament.