Kogi Governor Ododo Congratulates Abdullahi as NBBF President

Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo congratulated Dr Mustapha Abdullahi on his election as president of the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF). The announcement was made in a statement by the governor’s Special Adviser, Ismail Isah.

Ododo expressed delight at Abdullahi’s emergence and confidence in his capability to enhance basketball development in Nigeria. Abdullahi, who is also the Chairman of the Kogi State Basketball Association, has supported grassroots basketball through the annual DAM Foundation Basketball Championship, which has provided young players with competitive opportunities.

Ododo highlighted Abdullahi’s experience in human resource management and his record in talent discovery as assets for advancing the sport. He referenced the recent performances of Nigeria’s men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, and the women’s team, D’Tigress, as a foundation for Abdullahi's leadership.

The governor reiterated his administration's commitment to creating opportunities for youth in sports and wished Abdullahi a successful tenure. Abdullahi secured 40 of the 48 votes cast to become NBBF president.