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Three Champions, One Ring of Glory! 🥊🏆
Lagos, Nigeria – June 2026 — Balmoral Promotions honoured three Nigerian boxing champions during the official presentation of their World Boxing Organization (WBO) Africa Championship belts at a special ceremony held at Villa Valhalla, Ikoyi, Lagos.
The event celebrated the achievements of Godday “Zodsolo” Appah, WBO Africa Cruiserweight Champion; Basit Adebayo, WBO Africa Lightweight Champion; and Taiwo Agbaje, WBO Africa Featherweight Champion.
The ceremony attracted key stakeholders from the sports industry, including sports executives, media representatives, business leaders, boxing enthusiasts and other invited guests who came together to celebrate the champions’ accomplishments.
Among those present were Ezekiel Adamu, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Balmoral Group, and Osa Bazuu, Founder of N Effect Mode Ltd and manager of Godday Appah, alongside the champions and other individuals committed to advancing professional boxing in Nigeria.
Speaking during the ceremony, Osa Bazuu emphasised the importance of supporting Nigerian athletes and creating opportunities for them to compete at the highest levels.
“At N Effect Mode, we are committed to taking Nigerian boxing and sports to the next level. This presentation represents more than just a celebration of success; it reflects our belief in the potential of Nigerian athletes to compete and achieve greatness on the global stage.
These champions have shown incredible commitment and determination, and we believe their journey will inspire more achievements in the future,” Bazuu said.
Also speaking, Ezekiel Adamu, Founder and CEO of Balmoral Group, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to promoting excellence and creating platforms that support athletes.
“This is a celebration of hard work, excellence and the continued growth of Nigerian boxing.
We are proud to honour these champions and remain dedicated to building platforms that allow Nigerian athletes to showcase their talent, compete internationally and bring greater recognition to the country and the continent,” he said.
Godday “Zodsolo” Appah secured the WBO Africa Cruiserweight title following his victory over Ezra Arenyeka, marking another major milestone in his professional boxing career.
Basit Adebayo was honoured for winning the WBO Africa Lightweight Championship, while Taiwo Agbaje received his belt as the WBO Africa Featherweight Champion.
The championship belt presentation further underscored the growing influence of Nigerian boxing and highlighted the crucial roles played by promoters, managers, sponsors and other stakeholders in creating opportunities for athletes to succeed on the international stage.
Through strategic partnerships and sustained investment in talent development, organisations such as Balmoral Promotions and N Effect Mode Ltd continue to contribute to the expansion of Nigeria’s sports ecosystem while strengthening the nation’s presence in global boxing.
About Balmoral Promotions
Balmoral Promotions is a leading sports and entertainment promotions company focused on developing and showcasing elite athletic talent through world-class sporting events, partnerships and innovative initiatives. The organisation continues to play a significant role in advancing professional boxing in Nigeria and across Africa.
About N Effect Mode Ltd
N Effect Mode Ltd is a talent management and business development company dedicated to creating opportunities for athletes, creatives and brands through strategic representation, partnerships, talent development and growth initiatives across sports, entertainment and related industries.