NBA Africa, AFD Launch Basketball Experience in Lagos NBA Africa and Agence Francaise de Development AFD) on Wednesday announced the official launch of the Jr. NBA & AFD Basketball Experience program in L
NBA Africa and Agence Francaise de Development AFD) on Wednesday announced the official launch of the Jr. NBA & AFD Basketball Experience program in Lagos.
The program’s weekly basketball and life skills sessions will educate youth participants about issues including physical wellbeing, mental health, life skills and healthy living. As part of the initiative, with the support of new partners, including the Lagos State Sports Commission, the collaboration will also support the renovation of outdoor basketball courts in Lagos and scale-up the program to reach more youth across the city.
“This program demonstrates AFD and NBA Africa’s shared vision of using sport as a tool to foster gender inclusion, sustainable development and social cohesion in Nigeria,” said Muron. “After the successful first steps in Lagos, we look forward to continuing to work with NBA Africa and engaging with the Lagos State Government to expand the initiative to other parts of the city.”