Governor Dapo Abiodun Appoints Anthony Joshua Ogun Sports Ambassador

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December 31, 2024

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Governor Dapo Abiodun Appoints Anthony Joshua Ogun Sports Ambassador—-Thecloudngr reports that Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has appointed British professional boxer Anthony Joshua as the state’s sports ambassador.

Governor Abiodun presented Joshua with a letter formalising his appointment as Sports Ambassador. The governor praised Joshua for his dedication, discipline, and excellence, noting that these values align with those upheld by the state.

The 35-year-old boxer will also light the Gateway Games National Sports Festival torch, which has been postponed to May next year.

Abiodun said, “I want to openly request that, besides the fact that today we are going to officially confirm you as our sports ambassador, we want to request that you come back to light up the Gateway Sports Festival torch; you will be the one lighting it up.

“We are going to construct a brand new Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring, and that boxing ring will be in a stadium here in Abeokuta to ensure that you come home more frequently. Besides the fact that you are now our official sports ambassador, we have decided that we will give you a brand new house in Sagamu,” he said.

Joshua expressed his gratitude for the appointment and the opportunities it presents. He also commended Abiodun’s daughter, describing her as “amazing and intelligent.”

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Arsenal Close Gap On League Leader Liverpool Following Hard Fought Victory Against Spurs

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January 16, 2025

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Arsenal Close Gap On League Leader Liverpool Following Hard Fought Victory Against Spurs—-Arteta men claimed a vital 2-1 win against Tottenham this evening, closing the gap on the Premier League leader Liverpool who drew to in-form Nottingham Forest.

The Gunners capitalised on Liverpool’s dropped points the night before, delivering a determined performance in front of a raucous Emirates crowd.

From the first whistle, Arsenal’s intent was clear. Leandro Trossard forced an early block from Spurs’ defence as the Gunners dominated possession and pinned their rivals back. Despite Arsenal’s control, Spurs managed to carve out a threat on the counter, with Dejan Kulusevski forcing a superb save from David Raya.

Tottenham silenced the Emirates temporarily when they opened the scoring against the run of play from a corner, showcasing their resilience despite being on the back foot for much of the first half.

Undeterred, Arsenal resumed their dominance after the break. Their persistence was rewarded when Dominic Solanke turned a dangerous Arsenal corner into his own net, levelling the scores. Just four minutes later, Trossard electrified the crowd with a stunning strike, completing the Gunners’ comeback.

Kai Havertz had a golden opportunity to extend Arsenal’s lead but sent his header wide. Meanwhile, Spurs pushed for an equaliser, with Ange Postecoglou introducing changes to inject life into his side. However, the visitors struggled to create clear-cut chances against a disciplined Arsenal defence.

Pedro Porro came closest to rescuing a point for Spurs when his effort struck the post, but the Gunners held firm to secure yet another memorable derby victory.

The result further solidifies Arsenal’s position in the title race and serves as a timely confidence boost after recent setbacks. For Spurs, the loss adds to a season of inconsistency, leaving them with much to ponder.

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