Monarch Events and Promotions, a boxing promotion company, aims to promote Nigerian talent and elevate the country’s standing in the global boxing arena.
The CEO of Monarch Events and Promotions, Prince Stanley Williams, unveiled Adijat Gbadamosi, Nigeria’s first woman to win an African Boxing Union (ABU) title, during a media event in Lagos. Williams emphasized the presence of talented Nigerian boxers who require international promotion.
He revealed that Gbadamosi, along with other international professional boxers such as ABU light heavyweight champion Victor Benneth, will participate in the upcoming World Boxing Festival (Boxfest) in the United States.
Williams explained that the festival will provide a platform for the boxers to compete against international professionals and prepare for world boxing championship titles. Monarch Events and Promotions is committed to bridging the talent gap between Africa and the rest of the world while delivering exclusive shows and elite events to boxing fans worldwide. The company, headquartered in the United States, aims to push Nigerian and other African talents towards global recognition.
Regarding Gbadamosi’s involvement in international fights, Williams stated that Monarch Promotions, as a member of the WBC, has plans in place to facilitate her participation. While acknowledging the need for further preparation, Williams affirmed that Gbadamosi will travel to the United States to work with experienced coaches and professional boxers.
Williams called upon African governments and corporate organizations to support boxing in the continent, emphasizing the potential for boxing to generate substantial revenue for countries’ GDPs and boost their tourism sectors. He urged corporate bodies and governments to take boxing events seriously, citing Saudi Arabia as an example of a country that has successfully utilized boxing to attract tourism.
Gbadamosi, the newly crowned ABU Super Bantamweight champion, expressed her joy at the victory and the opportunity to compete for the title, even though it was not initially part of her promoters’ plans. She acknowledged the challenges of defending the title but pledged to intensify her training and aspire to become the first Nigerian woman to win international titles from prestigious boxing organizations such as the WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF.
In conclusion, Monarch Events and Promotions, led by Prince Stanley Williams, is dedicated to promoting Nigerian boxers and raising the country’s profile in the global boxing landscape. With the support of experienced coaches and international exposure, talents like Adijat Gbadamosi have the opportunity to compete at the highest level and bring global recognition to Nigeria. The involvement of African governments and corporate entities is crucial in harnessing the potential of boxing as a revenue generator and tourism attraction. Gbadamosi’s recent success marks a significant milestone, and she aims to build on her achievements by pursuing international titles and making history for Nigerian women in the world of boxing.
