Nollywood actress, Lizzy Anjorin, has stirred fresh controversy after accepting a boxing challenge and calling for a showdown with fellow actress, Iyabo Ojo.
In a recent video circulating online, Anjorin confidently declared her readiness to step into the ring, urging music executive Paul Okoye to fix an official date for the bout.
The actress claimed she has trained in boxing and expressed strong belief in her chances against her rival.
“I learned boxing. She won’t last two minutes in the ring with me,” Anjorin said in the video, speaking with visible confidence.
Call for Official Fight Arrangement
Anjorin specifically appealed to Paul Okoye, popularly known for organizing celebrity boxing events, to facilitate the match and make it happen soon. Her statement has since sparked reactions across social media, with fans and followers weighing in on the possibility of a celebrity boxing clash between the two actresses.
Growing Trend of Celebrity Boxing
The development adds to the rising wave of celebrity boxing matches in Nigeria’s entertainment scene, where public figures settle rivalries or create spectacle through organized bouts. If confirmed, a fight between Anjorin and Iyabo Ojo could draw significant attention from fans and the media alike.
Public Reactions Trail Challenge
While Iyabo Ojo has yet to respond publicly to the challenge, reactions online remain mixed. Some supporters have backed Anjorin’s confidence, while others are calling for calm and urging both parties to resolve differences outside the ring.
As of the time of filing this report, no official date has been announced, and it remains unclear whether Iyabo Ojo will accept the challenge.
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