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Every battle is won before its fought 🪣. I'm not far from greatness, I just need to work a bit harder. You all will clap for me someday not because I deserve it but because I inspired you. ❤️🇳🇬🪣
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JADESOLA (
@1blackafrican
) doing what she does best while retaining her elite shooting guard skills, including deadly three-point shot and ball-handling prowess, Jadesola uses her speed to exploit her size
advantage in the post and mid-range.
#basketball
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He decided to stay home, I need whole city to have his back.. Congrats
@oswinosarumen
NEWS: Oswin Erhunmwunse, On3’s No. 19 overall recruit in 2025, tells
@On3Recruits
he’s committed to Providence — becoming the program’s highest-ranked recruit in over a decade.
“I want to be a legend in my city.”
Story:
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Akachukwu Chinweze !!! A big Step Taken !!
We all have parents, and no parent will like to see their own child in this state !! When does speaking up for your own right become a sin ? but the courage you showed today is unmatched by any person I have ever met.
#June12thProtest
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The love
@Chimezie_Metu
has for
@NigeriaBasket
is everything to him. We love him here in Nigeria and hopefully he leads us towards securing the Olympics qualifiers ticket.
#fibapreolympicqualifiers
#FIBAOQT
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She can be a leading scorer on any team when she's in the right suitation, making her one of the best combo guards in the country. Her leadership quality is something I will recommend and the way she shoots effortless both mid-range and three points shows how good her work ethic
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10 players to watch at the FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournaments in Nigeria. Cc/:
@FIBA
9. Chimezie Metu (NGR)
Over the past few years, Metu's name became synonymous with D'Tigers leadership. The only NBA player in the Nigeria's squad, Metu hasn't missed an assignment since
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That our Nigeria No7 will end up playing for
@orlandopirates
, since he likes outside shot abi.
#U17WorldCup
#AUSNGA
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Being a Basketball Scout in Nigeria has really been tough but the zeal to make an impact in the Nigeria Basketball Community is what keeps me going. To play pro-basketball has always been a dream to me and every young baller in Nigeria but mine was cut short due to excuses.....
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FIBA AFRICA U18 QUALIFIERS
FEMALE
End of 2nd quarter
🇮🇪 Cote D'Ivoire 7
🇳🇬 Nigeria 41
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Your boyfriend is also facing life challenges,but you won't notice because your eyes are glued on your own happiness and you are too focused on how he should make you happy and spoil you. Men go through alot too. So if you love him, learn how to understand him
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Top 5 in the Nigeria Women Basketball League
@nbbfleagues
Get To Know JADESOLA
@1blackafrican
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NEWS: Larewaju Boluwatife (
@showtime_bolu
), a 6-foot-8 point forward from Nigeria who projects as a first-round choice in his draft class, recently finished a trial with the Olympiacos Youth Team, he revealed to BALL CHAT WITH KENNY.
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NEWS: Larewaju Boluwatife (
@showtime_bolu
) has the highest potential of any African prospect in his class. He has a height of 6' 8" and a 7'1. His recent Zaragoza U16 trial will have a significant impact on how the rest of the Spanish team views his talent.
@NigeriaBasket
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Biggest News in Nigeria Basketball Right Now 🇳🇬😭💯❤️..
NEWS: 2025 Top-25 prospect Oswin Erhunmwunse is down to four schools, he tells
@On3Recruits
.
The 6-9 center is eyeing a mid-January commitment.
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@_Shonibare_
@Letter_to_Jack
@Kailawalterr
She was wrong. Why spread Negativity? Twitter NG has helped most people, it has actually helped me. Last month when my sister was still in Ukraine and I tweeted about it, Twitter NG was able to link up with her fellow Nigerians and she's back home safe.
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Someone sent me this today, and said Offia Abel (
@AbelOffia
) is on TV and this made me smile, already it has made my December. Thanks to
@SuperSportBlitz
I'm humbled. Congrats to
@RiversHoopers
once again on securing the ticket.
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It's exciting news that a top basketball academy in Denmark is reaching out to Nigeria, specifically Ogun State, for a tryout camp. This opportunity opens doors for talented young basketball players in Nigeria to showcase their skills on an international stage.
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My friend's sister is at Kyiv, Ukraine. Please how can I link her up with her fellow Nigerians out there?
@NigeriaMFA
Please any Information right now will help because we really need to get our brothers and sisters out of there
#putin
#UkraineRussiaConflict
#UkraineRussiaCrisis
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NIGERIA GEM
Ayo Adewumi's (
@itsAyoAdewumi_
) achievement as the Black Bracket Tournament MVP deserves immense recognition. This accolade signifies more than just exceptional skill; it reflects Adewumi's dedication and impact on the tournament.
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In the highly competitive realm of female high school basketball in the USA, Doyin Bakare should tailor her game towards the likes of versatile small forwards in the WNBA such as Breanna Stewart. These players have excelled as multifaceted forwards who
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Lewis Uvwo (
@uvwo_lewis
), as a basketball player, possesses an impressive wingspan that sets him apart on the court. His wingspan is a crucial attribute, similar to renowned players like Giannis Antetokounmpo (
@Giannis_An34
).
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Five-star talent named Mackenzie Mgbako expressed interest in playing for Nigeria during the pre-olympics tournament, but the same issue that scared off other NBA/International players also scared him off and that's poor preparation by the NBBF.
#BallChatWithKenny
@nbbfonline
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@NigeriaBasket
Make una retire Victor Eze Shooting Hand after this qualifiers... That boy good, no e over good.. No ohhh e bad..
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@Chimezie_Metu
, a player for the
@Suns
and also the captain for
@NigeriaBasket
, recently shared his perspective with
@BigKensyn
on his top 5 Nigerian basketball players during his era who have represented the national team
@nbbfonline
Metu's response likely reflects his
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As Offia Abel (
@AbelOffia
) embarks on his
@theBAL
journey, fans and analysts alike eagerly anticipate how his skills and contributions will impact not just his team's performance but also the broader landscape of Nigeria basketball. Offia Abel's debut with the Rivers Hoopers Team
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Happy to have you around team
@NigeriaBasket
. A sniper since the first day of training and a big boost to the team..
#fibapreolympicqualifiers
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I really like a girl but having time for her is the problem. I hope she understands but if she's doesn't that's on her. I can't be chasing money and be chasing her. Because I know she won't stay with me if I was broke so she should give me all the time I need to make money. 😔💔
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Offia Abel's (
@AbelOffia
) basketball journey reads like a fairy tale. At just 18, he's living the dream many aspire to. His talent and hard work paved the way for his call-up to the Nigeria National Team and securing a ticket to the Basketball African League, a massive
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AKINLADE ARIF (
@costle360
) and I shared Basketball moments together. He is 16years, with a height of 6'4. His more of a combo guard and also in great shape. His game seems to get better by the day and can play with or without the ball. He amazed me not only with his skillset and
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After my confession for church, pastor say make ushers hold me down till police come.
#Twitter
#viral
#basketball
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Double Over Time in South Africa And Israel Otobo Baka got the job done.
@theBAL
means everything to him. Keep Striving Young Kid, Job Not Finished.
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Congrats to
@AbelOffia
, The Best Basketball Player In Nigeria.
GUESS WHO OFFIA ABEL WAS TALKING TO ON HIS PHONE 😎.. YEAH IT WAS ME, I DIDN'T MISS OUT ON THE CELEBRATION.
More Videos Coming Soon..
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Offia Abel (
@AbelOffia
) highlight promising display for a player at his age. Finding the balance between what a team needs and what he brings speak high volume. Offia Abel shows incredible flashes of ability accelerating out of hesitation moves,
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D1 Coaches, DM for
@AbelOffia
scouting report.
Offia Abel is a scoring machine, known for his incredible three-point shots. What set him apart is his smooth shooting form and accuracy. Offia wasn't just about scoring, he also gives his best on defense too.
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Sixteen players, evenly split with 8 from Lagos and 8 from Abuja, left Nigeria yesterday to journey to the Giant of Africa camp in Kigali, Rwanda.
On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, Giants of Africa, dedicated to enriching the lives of African youth through sports,
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Rivers Hoopers (
@RiversHoopers
) Punch Their Ticket to the Basketball Africa League (
@theBAL
)
In a thrilling showdown, Rivers Hoopers soared to victory, securing their spot in the prestigious Basketball Africa League (BAL) with a resounding 77-57 win over Nigeria Customs.
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Get To Know 5 Things about Nigeria
@NigeriaBasket
Basketball Captain Chimezie Metu
@Chimezie_Metu
1) He was born in Los Angeles and lived there for the first few years of his life before moving to Nigeria with his father when he was six.
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Rare Video Footage Of Larewaju Boluwatife (
@showtime_bolu
) back when he was in Nigeria.
Boluwatife is ideal for Olympiacos Youth Team, who would gain from his combination of athleticism and scoring. doesn't turn 15 until next year, so he has plenty of time to grow.
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Upset? It can never be.. You guys underrate Nigeria so much.. Nigeria is what USA basketball is to the world stage..
Biggest upset of the Olympics so far? 🤯
Nigeria 🇳🇬 take down Australia 🇦🇺 for a massive
#Paris2024
debut!
#Basketball
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@NigeriaBasket
and
@RiversHoopers
Shooting Guard Offia Abel (
@AbelOffia
) showed what makes him an intriguing prospect, dicing up opponents with creative ballhandling moves and skillful finishes at the
@preciousAchiuwa
basketball camp in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
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I am deeply honored to have been nominated as the Enthusiastic Coach of the Year for the 2023/2024 academic session by
@GSLNigeria
! This recognition is not just a reflection of my efforts but a testament to the dedication and passion of my players, my colleagues and
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@AbelOffia
I don’t know who want to hear this but never give up on that dream no matter how stupid it is.
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Ike Diogu Fans, Let's Connect!
Comment 🐐🐐..
Who's the best player to ever play for
@NigeriaBasket
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Intense basketball showdown between two teams:
@RiversHoopers
and
@Hoops_n_read
. Hoops N Read came into the game really fired up after their earlier loss, playing like they had something to prove. They fought hard and almost managed to win, but the Rivers Hoopers, known
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The Nigerian Customs had a big win over the Plateau Peaks in a basketball game. It was a one-sided match where the Customs team dominated the game from start to finish. They won by a large margin, with the final score being Plateau Peaks 56 and Nigerian Customs 97. This victory
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Happy New Month From Me And My Madam
@Queenjohn4
. Everyday I Keep Learning From Her and Hopefully Someday I Will Be Able To Pass That Same Knowledge Down.. 👨🏿🦽🏁
#HappyNewMonth
#September1st
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Azuoma Dike, affectionately known as the "5 Star General," stands as one of Nigeria's most illustrious basketball stars, leaving an indelible mark both in domestic leagues and on the senior men's national team.
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Last Year during the
@nbbfonline
Final 8, Offia Abel (
@AbelOffia
) Lead the
@CustomsNG
to the finals but fell short against
@KwaraFalcons
towards securing
@theBAL
ticket..
The Final 4 kickoff on Thursday as he plays for the
@RiversHoopers
hoping to secure that
#theBal
ticket
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Realbuckets Player Insight 🔦
Name: Praise Chibuike
Nationality: Nigeria
Age: 15 years old
Height: 6'9
Position: 4/5
Physical Attributes:
Agility, Endurance, Speed and Defending.
Tactical Knowledge:
Positioning and Spacing on the court
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EJ Anosike can't wait for you to come do it again with
@NigeriaBasket
It was all joy watching you.
#fibaoqt
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I want to use this opportunity to thank the people of Nasarawa State, most especially the commissioner for Youth and Sports Development Hon. Jafaru Ango and his team for their outstanding work in sports in Nasarawa, State.
#Basketball
#BallChatWithKenny
#NigeriaNews
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Nobody:
Me, Patiently waiting for
@nbbfonline
to release a statement, giving glory to Mr. Kida for
@DtigressNG
success.
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Today, I accompanied
@AbelOffia
, who represented Lagos State at the 2022 National Sports Festival in Nigeria and also the Nigeria National Team at the FIBA Afrocan tournament last year, to a special meeting. We stopped by the office of the Senior Special Assistant (SSA)
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Congrats to Royal Aces of Abuja on grabbing their first win in the league.. It meant everything to them. Congratulations
@TAP_Basketball
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Offia Abel's (
@AbelOffia
) triumph in the
@hoopdreamsng
3X3 Basketball Tournament with the KingsMen is a testament to his exceptional skills and teamwork.
His stellar performance showcased his ability to excel in most situations while
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The Nile University Spartans won their first game in the NBBF league's second phase, Savannah Conference. It was an exciting match where both teams were fiercely competing against each other. They kept trading points, and it was a close game throughout.
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BEST PLAYER IN NIGERIA
@AbelOffia
2022
2023
2024 ?
OFFIA ABEL'S DISRESPECT WON'T BE ACCEPTED AGAIN...
NO THINK AM
NO TRY AM
#Basketball
#basketballplayer
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Bright Eze (
@Brighteze24
) is one name the Ghanaian basketball (
@ghanabasketball
) faithful will not forget in a hurry, not after the trauma she made them pass through right in their own backyard.
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Fantastic day spent with MR. MARCEL Esonwune,
#Fiba3X3AfricaCup
Silver Medalist representing
@NigeriaBasket
. Lewis Uvwo gearing up for his breakthrough year, and Offia Abel
@AbelOffia
unstoppable on the court while preparing to join the
@RiversHoopers
at
@theBAL
. 🏀💫
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Dcaptain Sporting Network and Royal Basketball Academy of Abeokuta, Ogun State, are thrilled to announce a remarkable two-day basketball camp and tryout event. This presents a golden opportunity for aspiring basketball players to showcase their skills and potentially
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ALL I'M SAYING IS THAT NIGERIA BASKETBALL MEDIA OUTLETS & JOURNALISTS SHOULD GIVE THE MALE TEAM THE SAME LOVE THEY GIVE THE FEMALE TEAM WHEN THEY LOSE.
AND NOT PUSH A BAD NARRATIVE ABOUT BOYS THAT PUT ALMOST EVERYTHING ON THE LINE TO REPRESENT THEIR COUNTRY NIGERIA.
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Nigeria Gem 🇳🇬
@OnyensoUgonna
Ugonna Onyenso's journey exemplifies the resilience needed to pursue dreams while Leaving Nigeria and his family behind to chase an NBA career. The challenges he faces are not just physical but also emotional, being separated from loved ones.
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Attending the kickoff of the 4th Global Football Scouting Tournament in lagos alongside Rivers Hoopers player (
@AbelOffia
). This tournament, hosted by
@ValiantFC_ng
, serves as a significant platform for talent exploration in football. What's particularly noteworthy is the
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Road To The BAL, Nigerian player Israel Otobo showcased an impressive performance. He was dominant on the boards, grabbing 8 rebounds in the first half alone, while Clement Karabona added 7 rebounds, contributing to Dynamo's total of 21 rebounds in the first two quarters.
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Eze Ifeanyi Collins, an emerging talent as a Shooting Guard for Ravens Basketball Academy (Male U12) at the Rookies Basketball Tournament in Lagos, embodies elements reminiscent of a young Russell Westbrook and Paul George in his style of play.
THIS KID IS WORTH THE HYPE !!!
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NIGERIANS ARE NOT SPEAKING UP WELL ENOUGH.. LEND YOUR VOICE FOR FAVOUR OFFILI, SHE HAS TO BE REGISTERED TODAY. SHE HAS TO BE REGISTERED TODAY
@Olympics
@olympics
#Paris2024
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Who Has The Best Defensive Rotation?
Coach Rena wakama or Coach Erik Spoelstra?
#Paris2024
#Olympics
#Olympics2024Paris
#OlympicGames
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@KyivIndependent
I still ask this question can the West survive without Russia? If YES give your reasons, if NO give your reasons also.
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No Nigerian 🇳🇬 would scroll pass this tweet without leaving a like ❤️ for Victor Osimhen
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Congrats My Madam
@Queenjohn4
. Can't wait to see you in lagos, so you can gist me everything about
@theBAL
. Always an Inspiration to me and I will always keep looking up to you as I tend to keep learning alot from you.
#theBAL
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Offia Abel is a versatile prospect with the measurements of a wing, comparing closely to All-Stars Klay Thompson, Bradley Beal and CJ McCollum, according to the basketball GM in the Nigeria Basketball Division 1. He's extremely explosive and also his ability to use
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When you foul their worst free throw shooter but then he fakes an injury and their best free throw shooter is subbed in.
#FIBAWC
#fibawc2023
@NigeriaBasket
@nbbfonline
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“I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times.” - Bruce Lee.
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All we ever needed was a chance but they didn't give us, so we created ours.
@BigKensyn
#basketball
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To mark this partnership, Royal Aces will unveil their new jersey today. Additionally,
#BallChatWithKenny
is thrilled to partner with Royal Aces Basketball to serve as their official media team for the upcoming season, providing exclusive coverage and updates.
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I thought we have Basketball Media Journalist in Nigeria? Why is none talking about this? But if it's fake news now all of una go rush start dey open mouth waaaaaaaa.. This should be the headline on every basketball media outlet today.
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As a basketball scout, I had the privilege of scouting Israel Otobo back in 2022. Even then, his raw talent and potential were evident. His athleticism, tenacity on the boards, and scoring ability caught my eye from the start. It's incredibly rewarding to see him now flourishing
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Olanrewaju Gbolahan journey in basketball has been characterized by consistent improvement and a hunger for success. His achievements in various competitions, coupled with his recognition as one of the top players in the Western region, illustrate his
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Incase you missed the match between Rivers Hoopers and
@USMonastirBB
, here's the highlight.
#thebal
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