No fewer than 12 teams will compete for top honours at the Asiwaju Renewed Hope Southwest 3×3 Basketball Championship, set to hold in Akure, Ondo State.
The two-day tournament, which is organized by the Nigeria southwest basketball association with the support of the Minister of Interior, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo promises an exciting blend of basketball, entertainment, and youth engagement as top teams from across the Southwest converge on Democracy Park, Oja Oba.
Speaking at a press conference, Technical Director of the competition and Nigeria Basketball Federation official, Olusheye Adebowale, said Akure was selected as host city due to its growing passion for sports and basketball development.
He noted that Democracy Park, located in the heart of Oja Oba, offers an open and vibrant setting that brings the game closer to the people.
Mr Adebowale added that the championship aims to strengthen community engagement through basketball, describing Akure as the ideal environment to achieve that objective.
The competition will feature 12 teams drawn from all Southwest states such as Lagos, Ogun,Oyo,Ekiti,Osun and host Ondo state with expectations of a strong turnout of talented players, coaches, fans, and special guests from across the region.
Organisers say this year’s edition will surpass previous ones, with improvements designed to deliver greater value and excitement and attract business opportunities into the state.
In addition to the on-court action, the event will feature music performances, comedy, and various fan engagement activities.
Outstanding teams and participants will be rewarded with cash prizes, medals, and trophies at the end of the tournament.
Basketball enthusiasts and residents are encouraged to attend and experience a unique and entertaining 3×3 basketball festival.
The championship is scheduled to take place from May 16 to 17, 2026, at Democracy Park, Oja Oba, Akure.