Wale Edun Becomes Nigerian Boxing Federation President, Pledges Comprehensive Overhaul

Wale Edun, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, has been elected as the new president of the Nigerian Boxing Federation (NBF), assuming control of the organization and pledging to bring boxing back to the nation.

At the federation’s election, which took place on Saturday inside the Package B Indoor Sports Hall of the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, Edun, who is well-known for his passion for grassroots sports development, ran unopposed and won all twelve votes.

Following his triumph, the minister thanked the delegates and promised to relaunch the sport with extensive changes. He stated that his administration would prioritize developing fresh talent, strengthening Nigerian boxing’s framework, and giving athletes more chances to compete abroad.

Edun stated, “The objective is to rebuild Nigerian boxing from the grassroots to the global stage.” “We are dedicated to making sure that every young boxer in the nation has the chance to realize their greatest potential.”

On the other hand, there was much greater competition for the vice presidency. In what many called a fiercely contested fight, Hon. Omonlei Imadu, representing the Southwest, defeated Mighty Mike, his North Central counterpart, by eight votes to four.

Edun’s rise was a game-changer for the sport, according to Imadu, who has received recognition for his steady grassroots initiatives.

“I boldly declare that boxing in the nation is entering a new era. Over the years, the Honourable Minister has demonstrated his strong commitment for the sport through numerous grassroots projects throughout the country, according to Imadu. “To realize his vision for Nigerian boxing, I and the other board members will collaborate closely with Hon. Minister Wale Edun.”

Additionally, he praised the National Sports Commission, headed by Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade and Chairman Shehu Dikko, for holding what he described as an honest and transparent election. He claimed that the commission’s impartiality and openness strengthened trust in the procedure.