The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has extended its congratulations to rising British-Nigerian heavyweight boxer Moses Itauma following his recent victory.
In a statement by Gabriel Odu of the Media, Public Relations, and Protocols Unit, NIDCOM praised Itauma’s win as a testament to the “discipline, resilience, and excellence for which Nigerians across the world are known.”
Born in Slovakia to a Nigerian father and a Slovak mother, Itauma moved to England, where he has quickly become one of the most promising prospects in heavyweight boxing.
NIDCOM highlighted that Itauma’s success is a source of inspiration for Nigerians in the diaspora and aspiring young athletes everywhere.
The statement reads in part: “The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) under the able leadership of Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, extends its warm congratulations to Moses Itauma on his outstanding victory yesterday.
“Born in Kežmarok, Slovakia, to a Nigerian father and Slovakian mother, and later moving to England, Mosesā journey is a remarkable story of talent, determination, and heritage. Now proudly British, he continues to rise as one of the most exciting prospects in world boxing.
“His latest success is a testament to his discipline and resilience, qualities that reflect the excellence Nigerians around the world are known for. Mosesā achievement is a source of inspiration not only to the Nigerian community in the diaspora but also to young athletes everywhere aspiring to greatness.
“NiDCOM celebrates this milestone with Moses Itauma and looks forward to witnessing his continued growth and success on the global stage.
“Congratulations, Moses ā your victory makes Nigerians everywhere proud.”
On Saturday night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 20-year-old Itauma stunned the boxing world by knocking out veteran Dillian Whyte in just 119 seconds during a headline heavyweight bout at the ANB Arena.
The emphatic first-round finish saw Itauma successfully defend his WBA International and WBO Inter-Continental heavyweight titles, while also clinching the vacant Commonwealth heavyweight crown.
With the victory, Itauma extended his unbeaten record to 13ā0 (11 KOs) and rose to No. 1 in the WBO rankings, cementing his status as one of boxingās most promising rising stars.
Source: X | nidcom_gov
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