Renowned two-time heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his Lagos residence on January 1, 2025. The visit, which marked the beginning of the new year, was highlighted by Joshua presenting an autographed boxing glove to the President.
The autographed glove bore a personal inscription that read: “To the Great Asiwaju Jagaban Borgu of Africa, Bola A Tinubu.” This gesture underscored the boxer’s admiration for the Nigerian leader.
A post shared on the official Presidency X (formerly Twitter) handle captured the memorable moment, with the caption:
“President Bola Tinubu receiving an autographed glove from former World Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua, when he visited the President at his residence in Lagos. January 1, 2025.”
The visit comes as a significant interaction between one of Nigeria’s most celebrated athletes and the nation’s leader, symbolizing unity and inspiration for Nigerians as they usher in the new year.
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