Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing Sunday and Big Brother Naija winner Josephina Otabor, widely known as Phyna, are set to settle their recent social media dispute inside a boxing ring. The two entertainers will headline a celebrity boxing match tagged “Phyna vs Nkechi” on October 1, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos.
Celebrity Boxing Bout Announced After Online Feud
The fight is part of Balmoral Group Promotions’ “Chaos in the Ring” series. The organisers announced the bout by sharing a promotional poster that shows both women dressed in boxing gear. They described the match as a rivalry and posed the question of who would prove themselves when the bell rings.
The upcoming clash comes shortly after Nkechi Blessing and Phyna engaged in a public exchange on social media. Nkechi Blessing had criticised Phyna’s frequent online confrontations, while Phyna responded by questioning the actress’ comments and revealing that they had previously discussed a possible movie project.
Nkechi Blessing Confident Ahead of the Fight
Ahead of the bout, Nkechi Blessing expressed confidence in her chances. She shared the promotional material and warned Phyna that she was ready for the challenge.
The event will also feature other entertainment personalities, including Speed Darlington and Portable. Organisers said the fights will be broadcast live on DAZN and SuperSport. Balmoral’s celebrity boxing series has previously featured entertainers such as Portable, Charles Okocha, Speed Darlington and Carter Efe.
Fans Await Outcome on October 1
On October 1, fans will discover whether the social media showdown between Nkechi Blessing and Phyna translates into victory inside the ring. The event is scheduled to take place at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, with a lineup that includes other notable figures from the Nigerian entertainment industry.
