The MFM Women’s Basketball team has been showered with encomium by the Sports Minister, Senator John Owan for winning the Women’s Zenith Bank Basketball League. MFM defeated Nigeria Custom at Surulere, Lagos by 64-60 to emerge the new Champions.
In part of his message, Senator John Owan said:
“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the MFM Basketball team for their inaugural league title. Their determination and hard work show It’s also heartening to see privately owned clubs excelling in our sports.
I applaud Zenith Bank for its unwavering commitment to the development of basketball in our nation.
The Ministry remains resolute in its effort to foster a conducive environment for sports, so it flourishes. We will work hand in hand with private investments to develop sports.
I want to encourage other teams that took part in the League to hold their head high and come back even stronger next season.
Congratulations to all the women in Nigerian Basketball. Indeed, you are all champions.”
