Nigerian-born, U.S.-based boxing champion Enobong “The Nigerian Gentleman” Umohette just lately visited Akwa Ibom State, the place he proudly introduced his IBA Continental Heavyweight Championship belt to the State Commissioner for Sports activities, Elder Paul Bassey.
The Onna-born boxer, who’s undefeated in his final 5 fights after getting back from practically eight years of retirement, stated the go to was emotional and significant. He expressed how proud he’s to characterize Akwa Ibom and Nigeria on the worldwide stage, and said his need to work with the state authorities to develop sports activities, particularly for younger individuals.
As first reported by Journalist, Bassey Ibiatisuho, throughout the go to, Umohette praised Governor Umo Eno for selecting Elder Paul Bassey as Sports activities Commissioner, calling the appointment well-deserved on account of Bassey’s long-standing expertise and success within the sports activities world.
The champion boxer additionally thanked a number of outstanding figures for his or her assist all through his profession, together with Governor Umo Eno, former Governor Victor Attah, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, former Governor Udom Emmanuel, and Ambassador Udo Moses Williams.
In response, Sports activities Commissioner Elder Paul Bassey congratulated Umohette for bringing honor to Akwa Ibom and Nigeria. He described him as a task mannequin and an emblem of hope for younger athletes within the state. Bassey assured the boxer that the state is concentrated on sports activities improvement by means of Governor Eno’s ARISE Agenda and welcomes partnerships with profitable professionals like Umohette.
With 13 profession wins, Umohette is now ranked among the many high 100 heavyweight boxers on this planet and is only one struggle away from an opportunity to compete for main world titles beneath WBA, WBC, and IBF.
