Nigerian boxing board seeks BoxRec cooperation in ongoing probe
The Nigerian Boxing Board of Control has asked BoxRec for information as part of an ongoing investigation. The request is being handled by independent investigator Dr Bob Olukoya of Fort Knight Partners. The investigation follows a petition that led to the suspension of the Board’s sanctioned schedules on the international boxing records database. The goal is to ensure transparency and protect the integrity of Nigerian boxing records.
Match highlights
- Dr Bob Olukoya is leading an independent review on behalf of the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control.
- A formal letter was sent to Dr Marina Sheppard, BoxRec CEO, requesting cooperation and information.
- The investigation centers on a petition submitted by Onyeka Elum, a Nigerian boxing stakeholder.
- The Board is seeking copies of the petition and any evidence BoxRec used in its decision to delist the NBBofC.
- The probe aims to clarify the facts and make recommendations for Nigerian boxing record transparency.
