Lagos Sports Commission DG applauds GOtv Boxing Night, vows continued support

The Director General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, has commended the organisers of GOtv Boxing Night for their unwavering commitment to promoting boxing and nurturing homegrown talent in Nigeria.

Fatodu gave the commendation on Friday during a courtesy visit by a delegation from Flykite Productions, the event’s organisers, to his office at Teslim Balogun Stadium. The visit was to officially brief the Commission on preparations for the 34th edition of GOtv Boxing Night, scheduled to take place on 26 December at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.

Describing the event as ‘one of the most enduring private sector initiatives in Nigerian sports,’ Fatodu praised its role in rekindling public interest in boxing and providing a platform for emerging fighters.

‘What GOtv Boxing Night has achieved over the years deserves every form of support,’ he said. ‘It has given life back to Nigerian boxing and consistently delivered world class entertainment to fans. As a state that prides itself on sports excellence, Lagos is proud to be associated with this initiative.’

He pledged the Commission’s full backing for the upcoming edition and affirmed the state’s commitment to collaborating with credible private promoters.

‘Our vision is to make Lagos the sports capital of Africa, and partnerships like this help to drive that goal. We will provide the necessary institutional backing to ensure the event continues to thrive.’

Earlier in the meeting, Bamidele Johnson, Chief Operating Officer of Flykite Productions, expressed gratitude for the Commission’s longstanding support.

He highlighted Lagos as the enduring home of GOtv Boxing Night, attributing its success to the state’s welcoming atmosphere, excellent facilities, and passionate sports fans.

Johnson revealed that the December edition, themed Jam Festiva, will showcase top Nigerian boxers across multiple weight divisions, alongside live musical performances and comedy acts, creating a fusion of elite sports and entertainment.

‘We are excited to be back at TBS, the iconic venue where Lagosians have witnessed many memorable editions of the show, which is a marriage of boxing and music. This edition will be bigger and better and we are grateful for the support the Commission has promised,’ he said.

GOtv Boxing Night 34 will be broadcast live on SuperSport, continuing its tradition of delivering thrilling action to fans across the country.