Paul Dibal hails from Borno State, Nigeria. Before making his mark in basketball, he first found his footing in modeling. In 2015, he shifted his focus to the court, and has since built a career across various basketball leagues in Nigeria, steadily growing his presence in the sport.

Off the court, Paul channels his creativity into Big 5, a growing clothing brand named in honor of his jersey number 5. He also has a strong passion for photography, often exploring the craft as a creative outlet alongside his basketball career.