If verbal jabs could secure victories, the fighters on the card for GOtv Boxing Night 34 would already be champions. The event, scheduled for Friday, December 26, 2025, at the iconic Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) in Lagos, is heating up with intense pre-fight exchanges from the boxers involved.
Title Aspirations and National Pride on the Line
The most vocal exchanges have come from the national bantamweight title fight between champion Durotimi "Tiny" Agboola and challenger Sodiq "Happy Boy" Adeleke. Adeleke, fresh off winning the Mojisola Ogunsanya Memorial Trophy for Best Boxer at GOtv Boxing Night 33, is brimming with confidence. He boldly claims the title is already his.
"This is no empty boast. I belong at the top. I am going there and will stay there," declared Adeleke, emphasizing his focus on making this first title shot count.
Adding a classic West African rivalry to the night is an international lightweight clash. Nigeria's Rasheed "ID Buster" Idowu will square off against Ghana's Nii Offei Dodoo. Idowu framed the bout as a matter of national pride, stating, "This fight means a lot. I want to show that Nigerian boxing is still moving forward." In response, Dodoo made it clear he traveled to Lagos with the sole intention of securing a statement victory.
Undercard Promises Fireworks and Strategic Battles
The action-packed undercard features several compelling matchups. In the lightweight division, Segun "Odi" Gbobaniyi and Tobiloba "Smiling Assassin" Ijomoni are preparing for a tense eight-round duel. Gbobaniyi has promised fans an uncompromising performance, while Ijomoni plans to rely on strategy and endurance to outlast his opponent.
Another highlight is the light welterweight contest between the unbeaten Sodiq "Smart Lion" Suleiman and the seasoned Emmanuel "Ability" Abimbola. Abimbola believes his composure and experience will be the deciding factors, noting that "this level demands patience and control." Suleiman, however, remains confident that his hunger and disciplined approach will see him through.
More Heated Rivalries Set to Explode
Fans can also expect explosive action in other bouts. The super bantamweight challenge between Ezekiel "Touch" Seun and Toheeb "Full Tank" Hassan is highly anticipated. Furthermore, the lightweight contest between Sadam "Baby Boxer" Oladipupo and Imole "System" Oloyede is poised to be intense. Both pairs have engaged in sharp verbal sparring during the build-up, each promising a fierce and unforgettable encounter in the ring.
With the venue declared ready and the fighters brimming with confidence and competitive fire, GOtv Boxing Night 34 is shaping up to be a memorable night for Nigerian sports fans, delivering a potent mix of local rivalry and international showdown.
