How Qudus Wahab went from Nigeria to Maryland in pursuit of a basketball dream
Maryland men’s basketball junior forward Qudus Wahab is a quiet and reserved person who takes time coming out of his shell. That’s why interim Terps coach Danny Manning pushes him to be vocal in practice, while his former high school coach Ricardo Reed made him a team captain during his senior season at Flint Hill.
Within Maryland’s gentle giant, there’s a story to tell. A story of how he came to the United States from his home in Lagos, Nigeria, at age 15, leaving behind his mother, twin brothers and sister with no formal basketball training.
Over the years, as Wahab learned the sport, he tried to find his place in a new country. And although he hasn’t seen his family in six years, Wahab understands what is required to pursue a basketball dream in America while obtaining a college degree.4
“It’s what I have to do,†Wahab said. “I just feel like it’s the sacrifice I have to make.â€
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