Elizabeth Oshoba has etched her name in Nigerian sports history by becoming the first female boxer from the country to secure a world title.
The Nigerian boxer achieved this remarkable feat in the women’s featherweight category, adding another significant accomplishment to her already impressive career.
In a thrilling display of skill and determination, Elizabeth Oshoba secured her World Boxing Council (WBC) Silver Female featherweight title by delivering a knockout punch to Italy’s Michela Braga in the 10th round of their bout.
This victory extends Oshoba’s undefeated professional record to 7-0, showcasing her prowess and dominance in the boxing ring.
This achievement follows her notable win in November 2023 when the 24-year-old boxer defeated Italy’s Martina Righi in Swindon, England, claiming the International Boxing Organization (IBO) International title.
Elizabeth Oshoba’s success not only brings pride to Nigeria’s boxing community but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring female boxers in the country, emphasizing the growing prowess of Nigerian athletes on the global stage.
