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Anthony Joshua, who is in Nigeria to celebrate the festive season, visited Sanwoolu on Thursday.
The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwoolu has declared that the state is solidly behind Anthony Joshua to win his bouts in 2025.
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Sanwooluu made the statement while receiving the visit of the former two-time world heavyweight boxing champion who was in Nigeria for the festive holiday.
Joshua had earlier visited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Ogun state Governor before paying a courtesy visit to Sawoolu on Thursday at Lagos House in Marina.
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After the visit, Sanwoolu issued a statement expressing his delight at hosting the former heavyweight champion.
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The statement emphasised Lagos's vibrant atmosphere, describing it as "a hub of fun, culture, and endless inspiration."
It highlighted the city's role in motivating individuals, particularly champions like Joshua, who "draw motivation from our vibrant energy and spirit."
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He said, "On behalf of our great state, I was delighted to welcome boxing icon Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua during his visit to Lagos. Our city is a hub of fun, culture, and endless inspiration, and it’s always a joy to host champions like Anthony, who draw motivation from our vibrant energy and spirit.
"As Anthony prepares for a bigger and better 2025, we encourage him to keep inspiring the world with his grit and determination. Lagos stands proudly behind him, just as we celebrate every champion who finds strength and purpose in our city."
Earlier, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun named Anthony Joshua as the torch bearer for the rescheduled 2024 National Sports Festival.
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