From Our Sports Correspondent
The Nigeria Basketball Federation has officially announced the launch of the 2024 NBBF Men’s Premier Basketball League, kicking off on October 25 in Benin City and Jos. The league features 16 elite teams competing across two conferences: the Atlantic and the Savannah.
The Savannah Conference will take place at the Rayfield Indoor Gym in Jos from October 25 to November 3, while the Atlantic Conference will be held at the Indoor Sports Hall, Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City during the same timeframe.
Defending champions Rivers Hoppers headline the Atlantic Conference alongside teams such as Kwara Falcons, Ebun Comets, and Lagos Legends. Meanwhile, the Savannah Conference includes Nigeria Customs, Kano Pillars, and Gombe Bulls, among others.
Four teams from each conference will advance to the final eight tournament, where they will compete for the championship title and the opportunity to represent Nigeria at the 2025 Basketball Africa League.
The NBBF has committed to delivering a well-organized season, aiming to crown a deserving champion for the continent's spotlight.
