“Boxing and MMA Hall of Fame Partners with Abuja Continental Hotel for National Championship Series”

The Boxing and MMA Hall of Fame, in collaboration with Abuja Continental Hotel, is set to host the National Boxing and MMA Amateur Championship, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at promoting sports and youth empowerment in Nigeria. The championship, which kicks off tomorrow at the Abuja Continental, will feature athletes from nine states, including Kwara, Kogi, Kaduna, and Abuja.

The partnership between the two organizations comes on the heels of Nigeria’s recent success at the African Games in Ghana, where the country’s athletes performed exceptionally well. According to Minister of Finance and sports philanthropist, Mr. Wale Edun, the championship is part of a broader effort to nurture and showcase homegrown talent in the competitive sports arena.

Karl Hala, the Group General Manager of Continental Hotel Group, expressed his excitement about the partnership, stating that it reflects their commitment to fostering young talent and solidifying Abuja’s position as a central hub for amateur boxing and MMA. The championship’s grand finale, scheduled for later this year, aims to crown the inaugural set of national amateur champions, setting a new benchmark in the national sports landscape.

Kehinde Soyanwo, the General Secretary of the Boxing and MMA Hall of Fame, emphasized the significance of the partnership, noting that it marks a historic milestone for Nigerian boxing and MMA. Javier Sanchez, the General Manager of Abuja Continental, echoed this sentiment, stating that the partnership is not just about hosting a tournament but also about shaping the future of Nigerian sports.

As the country gears up for the upcoming championships, this partnership serves as a testament to the power of collaboration in promoting sports excellence and empowering the youth of Nigeria. With promising athletes set to compete, the National Boxing and MMA Amateur Championship is poised to elevate the profile of amateur boxing and mixed martial arts throughout the nation.