Olympic gold medallist and two-time heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua visited President Bola Tinubu at his Lagos residence on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, in a gesture of goodwill. During the visit, Joshua presented President Tinubu with an autographed boxing glove, inscribed with the words: “To the Great Asiwaju Jagaban Borgu of Africa, Bola A. Tinubu.” The touching moment was captured in photos shared on the Presidency’s official X handle, accompanied by a caption that read: “President Bola Tinubu receiving an autographed glove from former World Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua, when he visited the President at his residence in Lagos.”

The visit emphasized Joshua’s strong ties to Nigeria and highlighted his dedication to the country. Joshua was also hosted by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun at his office in Abeokuta, where the governor unveiled plans to construct a state-of-the-art Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring. Additionally, Governor Abiodun revealed that Joshua would play a central role in the upcoming Gateway Games National Sports Festival, scheduled for May 2025, where he will have the honor of lighting the festival torch.

Joshua’s visit underscores his continued commitment to sports development in Nigeria, inspiring the next generation of athletes while contributing to the growth of local sports infrastructure. His involvement in these initiatives signals his passion for nurturing talent and fostering a bright future for Nigerian sports.

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