You Will Be Our Ambassador For Boxing In Africa — President Mahama To Anthony Joshua

Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his desire for Anthony Joshua to serve as an ambassador for boxing across Africa.

The former British heavyweight champion, known for his multiple world titles, paid a courtesy call on the President at the Jubilee House, where President Mahama shared his vision of Joshua representing the sport on the continent.

The meeting was graced by several notable figures, including Legacy RISE Sports CEO Sharaf Mahama, Ghanaian boxing legend Azumah Nelson, and Minister of Youth and Sports Kofi Adams.

Joshua’s visit to Ghana followed his headline appearance at Legacy RISE’s “Battle of the Beasts” Boxing Night, co-produced by former British welterweight champion Amir Khan. The event marked a major moment for boxing promotion in the country.

Speaking during the meeting, Joshua expressed enthusiasm about promoting Ghana on the global stage, noting his admiration for the country’s rich culture and potential.

President Mahama praised Joshua, a British-Nigerian, for his influence and commitment to the sport, emphasizing that his presence in Ghana symbolizes a powerful force for change and a source of inspiration for youth across Africa.

@channel1tvgh ‘We hope Anthony Joshua becomes a boxing ambassador for Africa’ – President Mahama also shares light-hearted moment, recalling how Anthony Joshua ended up in church with him on Father’s Day. 📺 Watch the full exchange here: https://youtu.be/UeMi_cgYZfY?si=vEBKG8WPkkxeHph1 #ChannelOneNews #CitiSports ♬ original sound – Channel One TV

Source: Nkonkonsa.com