NBBF Confirms Sam Ahmedu As FIBA Representative On New Board

The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) has formally confirmed retired Colonel Sam Ahmedu as the representative of the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) on its newly constituted board for the 2026–2030 term.
In a letter dated 22 October 2026 and signed by NBBF President, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi, the federation welcomed Ahmedu to the board, recognising his longstanding contributions to basketball administration and service within FIBA since 1997.  
Addressed to Ahmedu, who is also President of FIBA Africa Zone 3, the letter said his experience, institutional knowledge and international exposure would be valuable in strengthening the federation and deepening its relationship wit...