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Atiku, Buhari Hail Joshua For Comeback Win After Defeating Franklin

President Muhammadu Buhari and the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku congratulate…

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President Muhammadu Buhari and the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku congratulated Anthony Joshua for defeating Jermaine Franklin.

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VerseNews Nigeria reports that Joshua records first win in over two years Saturday night after a unanimous points win over American, Franklin, at the London 02 Arena.

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The Nigerian-born boxer has lost consecutive bouts to WBA (Super), IBF and WBO world champion Oleksandr Usyk.

In a statement on Saturday, Buhari will be a stepping stone to one of the greatest comebacks in the history of boxing.

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President said the former three-time world heavyweight champion has demonstrated that by hard work, patience, dedication, persistence and humility, those who dare do win after standing tall despite past setbacks.

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However, Atiku in a statement said Joshua’s victory is a symbol of hard work, dedication and skill.

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“Congratulations, @anthonyjoshua on your impressive victory over Jermaine Franklin by a unanimous decision. This is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and skill. Keep shining.” Atiku wrote

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