By FIRST ZEALMEDIACAST BLOG The basketball community across Africa and beyond has paid glowing tributes to Retired Colonel Samuel Ahmedu as the President of FIBA Africa Zone 3 marked his 68th birthday today (Friday). Messages of goodwill have poured in from FIBA officials, national basketball federations, former players and grassroots organisers, all celebrating Ahmedu's immense contribution to the growth of basketball in Nigeria and across West Africa. A retired Colonel of the Nigerian Army, Ahmedu successfully transitioned from military service into sports administration, rising to become President of FIBA Africa Zone 3, the governing body overseeing basketball development in eight West African nations. He also serves on the FIBA Africa Executive Committee, the continent's highest basketball administrative body. During his tenure, Zone 3 has witnessed significant expansion in basketball activities, with increased competitions, coaching clinics and youth...
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