Nigerian legendary pugilist, Obisia “Golden Gloves” Nwankpa, is dead. He reportedly passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the age of 75. The former Nigerian and African champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers to come out of Africa, was an Olympian who represented Nigeria at the 1972 Munich Games. He rose to continental and global prominence in the 1970s and 80s, thrilling fans with his skill, speed, and ring intelligence. Nwankpa clinched gold at the 1973 All-Africa Games held in Lagos and…
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