April 02, (THEWILL) – President Muhammadu Buhari has celebrated the victory of Nigerian-born boxer, Anthony Joshua, over Jermaine Franklin, commending the triumph of the gifted pugilist over a formidable opponent.
THEWILL reported that Joshua emerged victorious with a comprehensive points victory over Franklin in their early Sunday bout.
Reacting to the fight, which saw all three judges score in Joshua’s favour with accurate and decisive margins of 117-111, twice, and 118-111, President Buhari, in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, extolled the mentality of Joshua, who did not allow personal setbacks and obstacles to dent his resilient spirit.
He said the former three-time world heavyweight champion has demonstrated that by hard work, patience, dedication, persistence and humility, those who dare do win.
President Buhari lauded Joshua for his courage and discipline, on and off the ring, and prayed that this success will be a stepping stone to one of the greatest comebacks in boxing history.
He believed that the accomplishments of Joshua on the world stage will continue to inspire many upcoming professionals, particularly sportsmen and women, not to be discouraged by temporary defeats and setbacks.
President Buhari wished Joshua a bright future and a fulfilling career.
