In a momentous announcement signaling the commencement of competitive basketball activity throughout West Africa, the West African Basketball Classic (WABC) was revealed yesterday. Led by an independent consortium spanning Nigeria, Benin Republic, Ghana, and Togo, the WABC is dedicated to advancing club basketball in the region under the FIBA Africa Zone 3 umbrella.
President Olumide Oyedeji, sharing details about the inaugural edition, disclosed the selection of six teams to participate in this groundbreaking initiative, officially forming the WABC. The participating clubs include Gidi Giants and Kwara Falcons from Nigeria, ASPAC and ELAN Coton from Benin Republic, Customs from Ghana, and Swallows from Togo.
The initial phase is scheduled to take place in Togo from February 24 to March 2, followed by the second phase in Benin Republic in April. The highly anticipated Final Four is set between June 8 and June 12 in Ghana, culminating in the grand finale in Abuja.
The competition format will include round-robin games during the group stages, heightening the excitement and competition among the participating teams. Notably, a championship trophy and medals await the top-performing team, first runner-up, and second runner-up. The ultimate winner will embark on a playing tour of China sponsored by Peak.
