By Ernest Nwokolo, Abeokuta
Governor Dapo Abiodun, has felicitated with world boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, for displaying “Ogun standard of excellence” in his World Boxing titles’ defence against his Bulgarian opponent, Kubrat Pulev in London on Saturday.
“I congratulate Anthony on this successful outing. May he, continue with the winning streak ad infinitum.
“My joy is unquantifiable. Our government has always dimensioned sports as not only a unifying factor but a socio-economic imperative,” a statement issued by the Governor’s chief press secretary, Kunle Somorin, in Abeokuta said.
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Abiodun said: “God still answers prayers. We return all glory to God Almighty for granting our hearts’ desire for our brother, Anthony Joshua, to retain the IBF, WBA and WBO titles.
“All of us in the state, irrespective of our religious affiliations prayed for his success. That the feat happened in London, last night can be regarded as a worthy Christmas gift from God and AJ to all of us in Ogun State. God answered us.”
Abiodun also lauded Joshua for his determination, hard work, resilience and focus, which he described as virtues engrained in the DNA of Ogun people.
He called on all stakeholders to be concerned about hunting and developing talents as sports have potential to pull more people out of poverty and tame insecurity, social strife and crimes.
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