Nigeria, Aug. 5 -- On Monday, 4 August, at the State House in Abuja, the celebration of Nigeria's victorious D'Tigress team came with a special moment.

The First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, specially recognised one woman who had quietly achieved the unimaginable: Sarah Ogoke-Ejiogu, the only player in African history to win five consecutive Women's AfroBasket titles.

But her gold medals are just part of the story.

Barely nine months ago, Sarah gave birth. Yet here she was, standing tall and proud, not just as a champion on the court but as a new mother, a certified surgeon, and a true Nigerian patriot.

"But before I take my leave, I wanted to share the inspiring story of Dr. Sarah Ogoke, one of your players, who is a full-time surgeon. Wher...