Harlem Globetrotters Join Educational Basketball for Lagos Event

Lagos will command international attention as Educational Basketball partners with the Harlem Globetrotters for a two-day showcase on April 3 and 4, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island.

The event, which will be filmed by Amazon Prime Video, positions Lagos and its emerging basketball talent on a global stage.

Day One will feature the Harlem Globetrotters Kids Camp, alongside a basketball robotics and artificial intelligence clinic hosted by Lab Zero from Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, offering students insight into how AI is used to enhance performance in sports.

Day Two begins at 12 noon with multiple showcase games, including Tunez Squad, sponsored by DJ Tunez, and Team Mezie, backed by NBA player Chimezie Metu.

A Nigeria vs Ghana rivalry match at 7pm will precede the Harlem Globetrotters’ performance at 8pm. Supported by Nike, attendance is free, with registration required.

Educational Basketball is a youth-focused sports development platform committed to identifying, nurturing, and elevating basketball talent across Nigeria and Africa. With a strong emphasis on skill development, mentorship, and global exposure, the platform creates structured pathways for young athletes to access opportunities beyond local courts.

Through strategic partnerships, training programs, and high-impact events, Educational Basketball is shaping the future of the sport by connecting emerging talent to international platforms while fostering discipline, education, and long-term growth both on and off the court.