According to reports, Boateng will serve under head coach Rena Wakama as part of efforts to strengthen the team’s technical setup ahead of upcoming international competitions. The appointment is viewed as a strategic step aimed at improving the squad’s preparation for major tournaments.

Meanwhile, the reigning African champions are currently in the United States for a training tour as part of their build-up to the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup. The tour is expected to give the team high-level exposure and improve their competitive sharpness.

As part of the programme, D’Tigress will play friendly matches against top Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) teams, including the Los Angeles Sparks, Minnesota Lynx, and Indiana Fever.

The draw for the 2026 FIBA Women’s World Cup is scheduled to take place in Berlin, Germany, on Tuesday, where Nigeria will learn its group-stage opponents as preparations intensify for the global tournament.

In related sporting comments, Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi recently praised the mentality of his Super Eagles teammate Victor Osimhen, describing his winning attitude as extraordinary and relentless, highlighting his strong drive and competitiveness on and off the pitch.

Delivering judgment, Justice Peter Lifu held that the cleric’s detention by the Defence Intelligence Agency and the Department of State Services violated his fundamental rights as guaranteed by the Constitution.

The court ruled that the 75-year-old scholar was unlawfully held for over two months without trial, in breach of Sections 35 and 36 of the 1999 Constitution, which guarantee personal liberty and fair hearing.

Justice Lifu also imposed a ₦2 million fine on the Defence Intelligence Agency and the DSS, to be paid to the cleric as compensation for the unlawful detention.

In addition, the court ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and Jaiz Bank to each pay ₦1 million for freezing his bank account without a valid court order.

The judge further directed the security agencies involved to issue a public apology to the cleric for the violation of his rights, stressing that all institutions must operate strictly within the limits of the law.

The court criticised the Defence Intelligence Agency for failing to comply with earlier judicial directives, including its refusal to present the detainee in court when required.

Zaria was arrested in December 2025 over allegations of involvement in a plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Security agencies alleged he received ₦2 million from a suspect linked to the alleged plot, though he later agreed to forfeit the money.

However, the cleric denied any wrongdoing, insisting that the funds came from a follower and had no connection to any illegal activity.

The court also directed the Attorney General of the Federation to ensure full compliance with its ruling, warning that Nigeria, as a signatory to international human rights agreements, must avoid actions that amount to unlawful detention or victimisation.