Nigeria, June 22 -- A journey that began with thousands of secondary schools across Nigeria has come down to just twelve.

As the 25th edition of the MILO Basketball Championship reaches its national finals, the tournament stands as a symbol of endurance, growth, and impact in grassroots sports development.

After rigorous zonal qualifiers held nationwide, six boys' and six girls' teams have emerged to battle for national honours in Lagos.

The 2025 championship, marking a silver jubilee for one of Nigeria's most celebrated youth sports platforms, will take place from 20 to 27 June at the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos.

In the boys' category, the finalists are:

Government Secondary School (Adamawa)

Bishop Dimieari Grammar School (Ba...