Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has hailed Nigerian boxer, Anthony Joshua, for his victory in the recent boxing match.

This comes after the UK-born boxer sent the politician a video message on his birthday.

Joshua defeated Jermaine Franklin on Saturday night at the 02 Arena in London by a unanimous decision win.

Tinubu stated that his determination and perseverance finally paid.

“Congratulations Champ! @AnthonyJoshua. Determination and perseverance always pay off. Nigeria is proud of you!” the President-elect wrote.

President Muhammadu Buhari also hailed Joshua, commending the triumph of the gifted pugilist over Franklin.

In a statement late Saturday by the Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, Buhari said the Nigeria-born boxer’s resilient spirit was commendable.

He lauded Joshua for his courage and discipline, on and off the ring and prayed that his success would be a stepping stone to one of the greatest comebacks in boxing history.

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