Giant of Africa unveils basketball court at King’s College Lagos
Giants of Africa has intensified its drive to improve infrastructure as it unveiled a newly renovated basketball court at King’s College Lagos. The court marks the 50th basketball facility built by Giants of Africa across the continent, furthering the organisation’s mission of empowering African youth through sports, education, and community development. Speaking during the […]
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Giants of Africa has intensified its drive to improve infrastructure as it unveiled a newly renovated basketball court at King’s College Lagos.
The court marks the 50th basketball facility built by Giants of Africa across the continent, furthering the organisation’s mission of empowering African youth through sports, education, and community development.
Speaking during the ceremony, the founder of Giant of Africa, Masai Ujiri, described King’s College as a symbol of history and excellence while stressing the importance of expanding sports infrastructure across Nigeria and Africa.
“This is such a historic school. This is the 50th court for Giants of Africa, and there are many more courts to come. This should be normal in every school in Nigeria and across Africa,” he said.
The former Toronto Raptors executive also highlighted basketball’s growing influence in Nigeria, predicting the sport could one day rival football in popularity.
“Basketball is already the number two sport in Nigeria, and one day it will challenge football,” he added.
Ujiri called for wider investment in infrastructure and national development, using the iconic structures within King’s College as an example of Nigeria’s untapped potential.
The Principal of the school, Magaji Zachariah Cheye described the court as more than just a sporting facility.
“This facility did not appear by magic. It stands here today because of the love and commitment of distinguished old boys.
“You have given students a sanctuary in a world filled with distractions,” he said.
President of the King’s College Old Boys Association North America, Dr. Odife Val, said the project started as a simple dream before gaining the support needed to become a reality.