By Ebireri Henry Ovie
Nigerian boxing champion and sports advocate Kehinde Joy Obareh has called on the Federal Government, state and local governments, private sector organisations, and other stakeholders to invest more in girl-child education, women’s health, and the development of female boxing. Obareh made the appeal on Sunday during the maiden Kehinde Obareh Female Boxing Show at the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos. She urged government institutions and influential women in public and private sectors to work together to improve opportunities for girls through education and sports.
Obareh said she remains committed to promoting female boxing in Nigeria and providing opportunities for young athletes to develop their talents. She encouraged the 24 participating boxers to remain focused on both their sporting and academic pursuits.
A former African champion, Obareh highlighted discipline, courage, commitment and faith as essential qualities for success in boxing and life. She also encouraged women to contribute to national development by using their talents and skills to promote peace and social progress.The competition featured emerging female boxers from across the country.
Gold medals were won by Gafar Fathia, Adepoju Roqueebat, Adeniji Aliyah, Sodipe Damilola, Ismail Abibat, Sadiku Tomiwa, Obiora Ada, Akanni Anuoluwa, Agboola Oyindamola, Adeyinka Abigail and Kareem Sukura.Lasisi Nurat, Adeshina Aishat, Solanke Ramot, Ejeh Precilia, Kazeem Fathia, Jinadu Hikmot, Oluwafemi Oluwanifemi, Oyeleye Taiwo, Adepoju Taofikat, Adebisi Adenike and Olalekan Opeyemi won silver medals, while Adegboyega Princess and Ibrahim Zainab received exhibition awards.
