President Muhammadu Buhari has hailed the victory of
Nigerian-born boxer, Anthony Joshua over Jermaine Franklin, commending the
triumph of the gifted pugilist over a formidable opponent.
In a statement on Saturday, Femi Adesina, Special Assistant
to the President, said the Nigeria-born boxer’s resilient spirit is
commendable.
Extolling the mentality of Joshua, who did not allow
personal setbacks and obstacles to dent his resilient spirit, the President
disclosed that the former three-time world heavyweight champion has
demonstrated that by hard work, patience, dedication, persistence and humility,
those who dare, win.
President Buhari lauded Joshua for his courage and discipline, on and off the ring and prayed that his success will be a stepping stone to one of the greatest comebacks in boxing history.
The President believed that Joshua’s accomplishments on the
world stage would continue to inspire many upcoming professionals, particularly
sportsmen and women, not to be discouraged by temporary defeats and setbacks.
He wished Joshua a bright future and a fulfilling career.
Joshua returned to winning ways after a unanimous points
triumph against an American, Franklin, at the London 02 Arena.
It is Joshua’s first win in over two years, losing
consecutive bouts to WBA (Super), IBF and WBO world champion Oleksandr Usyk.
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