Nigeria, June 29 -- Nigeria has officially unveiled a 12-man roster for the upcoming FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers, with newly appointed head coach David Fizdale set to lead the D'Tigers into their first competitive assignment.

The qualifiers will tip off on Thursday in Angola, where Nigeria will face Tunisia, Guinea, and Rwanda in a crucial bid to strengthen their qualification hopes for the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup.

The squad blends experienced internationals with proven performers from leagues across Europe, North America and Africa, highlighting Nigeria's determination to return to the global stage.

Leading the team is former NBA forward Chimezie Metu, whose inclusion provides a major boost in both leadership a...