Among the 20‑player provisional squad, the final selection includes top athletes combining Olympic experience and continental dominance:
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Promise Amukamara
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Ezinne Kalu
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Amy Okonkwo
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Nicole Enabosi
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Victoria Macaulay
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Pallas Kunayi
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Murjanatu Musa
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Vera Ojenuwa
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Blessing Ejiofor
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Ifunaya Okoro
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Sarah Ogoke
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Elizabeth Balogun
These players have been formally confirmed in the final roster announcement.
Veteran Leadership Meets Rising Talent
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Amy Okonkwo, named MVP at AfroBasket 2023 and a standout in the European league, leads in scoring and experience.
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Ezinne Kalu, after an exceptional season in China’s WCBA and impactful Olympic showing, returns as a veteran playmaker.
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Promise Amukamara, Nicole Enabosi, Victoria Macaulay, and Murjanatu Musa strengthen the team's frontcourt and depth, combining international club success with AfroBasket pedigree.
Tournament Ambitions
Nigeria enters AfroBasket 2025 as four-time defending champions, seeking a historic fifth consecutive title. The tournament also serves as a qualification pathway for the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup, making third‑place or higher crucial.
Head Coach Rena Wakama, recently confirmed to lead the squad despite ongoing WNBA commitments with Chicago Sky, will guide her team in pursuit of continued continental excellence.
Squad Table
| Player | Position |
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| Promise Amukamara | Guard / Forward |
| Ezinne Kalu | Guard / Leader |
| Amy Okonkwo | Forward |
| Nicole Enabosi | Forward / Center |
| Victoria Macaulay | Power Forward |
| Pallas Kunayi | Center |
| Murjanatu Musa | Center |
| Vera Ojenuwa | Center |
| Blessing Ejiofor | Forward / Center |
| Ifunaya Okoro | Guard / Forward |
| Sarah Ogoke | Guard / Forward |
| Elizabeth Balogun | Guard / Forward |