BetKing Wheelchair Basketball National Championship Concludes with Thrilling Finals
The 2025 BetKing 3×3 National Wheelchair Basketball Championship came to a dramatic close in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Saturday April 5, 2025, with Team Taraba and Team Lagos emerging as champions in their respective categories. The final matches were filled with tension and excitement, making this one of the most competitive editions of the tournament in recent years.
Championship Highlights
- Men’s Category: Team Taraba claimed the top prize after a powerful performance, while Team Oyo settled for second place. Team Delta secured third position with a strong finish.
- Women’s Category: Team Taraba dominated, clinching the gold medal. Team Delta took the silver, and Team Lagos rounded out the podium with a third-place finish.
- Mixed Category: Team Lagos showcased impressive teamwork and skill to emerge champions. Team Taraba came in second, and Team Oyo earned third place.
President of the Wheelchair Basketball Federation, Seyi Johnson, expressed delight at the quality of play and the emerging talent discovered at the tournament. “This has been an incredible championship—one of the best we’ve seen in recent years,” Johnson said. “We’ve uncovered new stars who are ready to wear the national colors, and that’s the true essence of this tournament: giving athletes a platform to shine, regardless of background or physical ability.”
This has contributed to the growing strength and popularity of Wheelchair Basketball as the tournament featured teams from all zones across the country and highlighted the growing strength and popularity of wheelchair basketball in Nigeria. Johnson praised the Ogun State Government, the National Sports Commission, and BetKing for their support in making the tournament a success. “This is more than basketball—it’s a movement of hope, resilience, and excellence.
