Edun hails boxers as LBHF marks 150th championship

Former Minister of Finance Wale Edun praised the dedication and achievements of young boxers as the Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame celebrated its 150th divisional championship during a tournament at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Centre, Rowe Park. The event, organized in collaboration with the Lagos State Boxing Association, featured 10 bouts, including men's and women's contests, as well as two exhibition fights involving secondary school students.

Edun commended the initiative for discovering and nurturing amateur boxing talent across Lagos' five divisions, including Ikeja, Badagry, Ikorodu, Lagos Island, and Epe. The tournament's significance was heightened by its 150th staging, as it consistently took place on the last Saturday of every month. Edun emphasized the competition's role in providing opportunities for young boxers to display their skills and highlighted the divisional championships as a crucial step towards the Governor’s Belt contest.

Ibrahim Akolade of Mainland emerged victorious in the Lagos Central Division championship, emerging as the best boxer after defeating Isah Jimoh of Lagos West LCDA 4. Akolade expressed pride in his hard work and aspirations to achieve a professional career, including the possibility of winning the WBC title.