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Mixed Reactions Trail Anthony Joshua’s First Knockout Win In Three Years

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3 years ago

August 13, 2023

Mixed reactions have continued to trail Anthony Joshua’s first knockout win in three years recorded against Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday.

Netizens have taken to different social media platforms to share their thoughts on the boxing bout between the Nigerian-born British boxer Anthony Joshua and the Finnish boxer. Robert Helenius.

Joshua, in the seventh round of the fight against Helenius, scored his first knockout win since Bulgaria’s Kubrat Puliev’s in 2020.

Helenius had stepped in on short notice after the highly anticipated rematch between British heavyweight boxer Dillian Whyte popularly known as the “The Body Snatcher” and Joshua was cancelled due to Whyte’s failed drug test one week before the fight.

Joshua is likely to fight American boxer Deontay Wilder next, following the latter’s win against Helenius in October 2022.

Social media users have since taken to different platforms to share their thoughts on Joshua’s first KO in three years. While some congratulated the former two-time heavyweight champion, others called for a fight between him and Wilder.

Commenting on an X (formerly known as Twitter) post by Joshua himself which read: “Thank you. Until next time, God bless,” Chima Obikanu wrote, “Odogwu is back!”

Another Netizen, Felix Whale wrote, “Punch of the Year Anthony Joshua.”

Also, Wole Lagos on Instagram wrote: “Bravo champ 💪. The trajectory can only be upward.”

A Zambian, Sunday Chilufa Chanda on Facebook wrote: “Congratulations AJ! You remain our Champion. This is from Zambia, Africa!!!”

Ktriggerz on the other hand while congratulating Joshua, wrote that he is looking forward to a fight between him and Wilder. “Worked the jab well got up close in the 7th and laid him out cold. KO unleashed. Looking forward to seeing Wilder fight.”

Ejimmi_eg tweeted: “KO of the year, our champ… Deontay Wilder January.”

HamedBoxing tweeted: “Nice KO but If you fight like that against Wilder you will most likely get KO’D. If it’s a shoot whoever lands first wins. Wilder rightfully favourite.”

Mat Ashworth commenting on a Facebook video of Joshua celebrating his win wrote: “Happy for ya lad but the guy fought last week. compared to a fresh hungry opposition. go and smash Wilder then you can dance about”

Sam Xhiri6 also wrote on Facebook: “While I’m happy you got a good win, Helenius isn’t such a big test. I’ll like to see you replicate this against a better opponent. Until then Congrats on your win AJ.”

Instagram user Mexyyy wrote: “AJ knocked Helenius out in 7 rounds but it took Detoney Wilder only 1 round to knock this same guy out. If AJ keeps fighting like this, Wilder will beat the shit out of him.”

Adejumo91 wrote: “You can even beat old man Usyk, don’t fight Wilder or Fury because we go just sing WE LOVE YOU BUT JESUS LOVE YOU MORE.”

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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43 minutes ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.

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N5m, N10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures Opens Applications For Women Entrepreneurs

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3 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has opened a new round of applications for its SheVentures proposition, offering zero-interest loans of up to ₦10 million to women entrepreneurs to ease access to working capital and support business growth.

The facility provides loans ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦5 million under a general category, and ₦5 million to ₦10 million for sector-specific businesses, with funding capped at up to 50% of an applicant’s average monthly turnover.

At the centre of the offering is a 0% interest rate, with all charges embedded in a transparent structure.

Repayment is structured over four or six months, allowing businesses to match obligations with their cash flow cycles.

Yemisi Edun, Managing Director and Chief Executive of First City Monument Bank (FCMB), said the initiative reflects a deliberate approach to inclusive growth.

“Inclusive growth requires access to capital and the right conditions for businesses to deploy that capital effectively.

“Women-led enterprises are critical to economic activity, yet they face structural barriers.

This intervention aims to help close that gap by providing financing that supports job creation, business expansion, and long-term sustainability for women entrepreneurs.”

“Access to affordable finance remains a major constraint for women entrepreneurs,” said Nnenna Jacob-Ogogo, Group Head, SheVentures and Impact Segments at First City Monument Bank (FCMB).

“By removing the cost barrier and offering quick, flexible funding, this zero-interest loan is designed to safeguard existing jobs, enable businesses to invest in growth initiatives, and foster resilience in challenging economic conditions.”

Women-owned businesses account for a significant share of Nigeria’s small and medium-sized enterprises but continue to face high borrowing costs and limited access to credit.

Through these efforts, SheVentures tackles persistent financing gaps facing women-led businesses, combining targeted funding with broader support to empower women entrepreneurs, encourage business innovation, and enhance their ability to compete on a national scale.

Applications for the zero-interest loan are now open.Apply now.