NBBF Sets October 15 For Crucial Elective Congress In Abuja

The Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) will hold its Elective Congress on October 15, 2026, in Abuja, as the federation prepares to usher in a new administration.
The congress is expected to bring together stakeholders from across the Nigerian basketball community to elect members of the federation’s next executive board.
The election will mark the end of the current administration’s tenure and provide an opportunity for delegates to determine the leadership that will oversee the development of basketball in the country for the next four-year cycle.
Ahead of the main congress, representatives from various basketball constituencies are expected to go through their own electoral processes before the presidential and board elections take place.
The NBBF has also put structures in place to oversee the electoral process, with electoral and appeals committees expected to handle different stages of the exercise.
The upcoming election is likely to attract significant attention, particularly with several stakeholders expected to seek positions within the federation’s new leadership structure.
Current NBBF president Musa Kida has previously indicated that he will not pursue another term, meaning the October election will usher in a new president after his tenure.
The incoming administration will have several important issues to address, including strengthening domestic competitions, improving grassroots basketball, supporting the national teams and creating better opportunities for players and coaches.
With October 15 now confirmed as the date for the Elective Congress, attention will shift to the candidates, delegates and key decisions that will shape the next chapter of Nigerian basketball.