A boxing official is accusing an amateur federation VP of a power grab. Nigeria Boxing Board of Control secretary Oluremi Aboderin made the claim. He said NBF Vice President Omolei Imadu is working behind the scenes. The goal is allegedly getting ministerial approval for pro boxing control. Aboderin insists that the role belongs solely to his own organization.
The NBB of C is the legally recognized body for professional boxing. It operates under the leadership of Dr. Rafiu Ladipo. The board handles licensing and governance for pro fighters. Aboderin stated that an amateur boxer must come to them to turn professional. The NBF regulates amateur boxing under the sports ministry.
Aboderin argued the amateur federation has no legal standing in the pro scene. He alleged that intimidation tactics are being used in this dispute. This includes involving police officers to apply pressure. The board was originally established back in 1949. It mirrors the role of the British Boxing Board of Control.
Similar bodies govern professional boxing globally. The NBF traditionally oversees amateur competitions and international events. This dispute highlights a clear jurisdictional conflict within the sport. The professional board sees the amateur federation's move as an overreach. They aim to protect their statutory responsibilities from any takeover.
The NBB of C is the legally recognized body for professional boxing. It operates under the leadership of Dr. Rafiu Ladipo. The board handles licensing and governance for pro fighters. Aboderin stated that an amateur boxer must come to them to turn professional. The NBF regulates amateur boxing under the sports ministry.
Aboderin argued the amateur federation has no legal standing in the pro scene. He alleged that intimidation tactics are being used in this dispute. This includes involving police officers to apply pressure. The board was originally established back in 1949. It mirrors the role of the British Boxing Board of Control.
Similar bodies govern professional boxing globally. The NBF traditionally oversees amateur competitions and international events. This dispute highlights a clear jurisdictional conflict within the sport. The professional board sees the amateur federation's move as an overreach. They aim to protect their statutory responsibilities from any takeover.
