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GOtv Boxing Night @10: Reliving The Top 10 Fights
The 32nd edition of Africa’s premier boxing event, GOtv Boxing Night, is scheduled for December 26 at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos. Since its debut in 2014, GOtv Boxing Night has become a prime platform for Nigerian and African boxers to make a name for themselves. Organised by Flykite Productions, the event has wowed boxing fans across Africa with unforgettable national and international title bouts across weight categories. In no particular order, here is a list of the most cracking fights at the event:
1. Waidi ‘Skoro’ Usman vs. Edward ‘Shaka’ Kakembo: The headline bout of the 5th edition, held in December 2015, saw Skoro, a big favourite of the Lagos boxing public, attempt to win the vacant African Boxing Union (ABU) featherweight title against his Ugandan opponent. But Kakembo, who appeared on the ring wearing big and long chains around his neck, had too much in the tank for Skoro. His speed of thought and hands were too much for Skoro, and in no time, the crowd cheered him loudly. He won by a split decision.
2. Oto “Joe Boy” Joseph vs. Nurudeen “Prince” Fatai: Both were at their peak in 2016 when the bout was held. It was a grudge match, with Nurudeen seeking to avenge his previous defeat in a non-title bout. The chance to exact revenge was twice delayed because Nurudeen, the reigning national champion at the time, was injured.
The chance came on 1 May 2016 and headlined GOtv Boxing Night 7. Nurudeen’s title was on the line. The volume-punching Joe Boy met a tough Nurudeen in what has to be one of the most bruising bouts ever at GOtv Boxing Night. Joe Boy won by unanimous decision after 12 gruelling rounds, winning the N1 million cash prize attached to the Mojisola Ogunsanya Memorial Trophy for the best boxer.
3. Taiwo “Gentle Boy” Olowu vs. Alidu Sulemana: The West African Boxing Union (WABU) title fight, which took place at GOtv Boxing Night 30, had everything: action, drama, controversy and sub-regional rivalry. The last attribute was on account of the Ghana-Nigeria rivalry which, by default, is as fierce as anything. Sulemana, a Ghanaian, battled Olowu with guile and determination for the WABU Super Welterweight title in a very close contest. Olowu ultimately won via a split decision, though some fans felt the Ghanaian fighter deserved the victory.
4. Rilwan Babatunde vs. Edem “Lion Heart” Biki: A very spicy bout despite it being a non-title contest. There was so much aggression and determination on display. Biki was knocked down in the third round and was thought incapable of offering resistance. But he rebounded to do what he was deemed incapable of, delivering a fierce resistance and giving Babatunde a cut above his right eye. Babatunde was not slowed down by the injury, as he returned after being treated to deliver a mean combination, with the last punch an uppercut, to knock Biki unconscious. The medical team’s quick response prevented any serious consequences, and Biki was rushed to a nearby hospital.
5. Bolatito “Black Tito” Oluwole vs. Celina “Pretty Assassin” Agu: Arranging fights for female boxers can be challenging, but GOtv Boxing Night finally brought these two undefeated fighters together for a national cruiserweight title clash at its 28th edition. Despite suffering a right-hand injury in the fourth round, Black Tito pushed through all eight rounds to secure a unanimous decision victory over Pretty Assassin. Her performance earned her the Best Boxer award, making her the first female to win the Mojisola Ogunsanya Memorial Trophy, breaking a nine-year streak of male recipients.
6. Taiwo “Esepor” Agbaje Vs Richard Taruc Pumicpic: The headliner at GOtv Boxing Night 27, held in December 2022. Then the reigning West African Boxing Union featherweight champion, Esepor finally had the chance to fulfil his dream of becoming a world champion. In his path was a Philipino determined to end his unbeaten run. Deep into the seventh round of the explosive encounter, Esepor earned a technical knockout victory, sending the Lagos fans into wild jubilation. His fine display earned him his fourth Mojisola Ogunsanya Memorial Trophy for the best boxer, along with the cash prize of N1.5m.
7. Stanley “Edo Boy” Eribo Vs Sunday “Capo” Olalekan: A masterclass in controlled demolition. This has remained a classic. It was at GOtv Boxing Night V and the first time the cash prize of N 1.5m was attached to the Mojisole Ogunsanya Memorial Trophy. Eribo and Olalekan clashed in a high-stakes battle for the national light welterweight title, with both fighters determined to emerge victorious. Eribo was methodical and was like a coiled spring, leaping to action only when required. Capo, on the other hand, was an all-out attack machine. Eribo’s control made it easy for him to pick his opponent off. Capo huffed and puffed, but his punches were largely harmless, unlike Eribo’s which did plenty of damage and delivered the title. Eribo also won the N1.5m cash prize for the best boxer..
8. Fijabi “Fijaborn” Fijabi Vs Sadiq “Police Machine ” Ahmed: This had a David-Goliath vibe. Fijaborn, who turned professional a year earlier, was pitched against the reigning national welterweight champion, Police Machine. Though short on experience, Fijaborn had the ability and, importantly, the stamina to execute the assignment. He dismissively defeated Police Machine, knocking him out in the fifth round and leaving him so punch-drunk that he staggered like a drunk walking a straight line. The cheers were deafening as he announced himself as a big-timer.
9 Taiwo “Gentle Boy” Olowu vs. Isaac “I-Star” Chukwudi: A grudge match with the added spice of a national welterweight title fight. Both had clashed in a non-title bout that ended in a draw. Gentle Boy felt he won. I-Star was seen celebrating after the result was announced, which further infuriated Gentle Boy. As the national welterweight champion, Olowu decided to put his belt on the line for a rematch at GOtv Boxing Night 27. Before the fight, I-Star boasted that he would end Gentle Boy’s reign with a knockout. The fight lived up to its billing as both boxers traded force punches. In the eighth round, I-Star’s stamina began to wane. Olowu pounced with a power left hook to the jaw, sending I-Star sprawling like a battlefield casualty. That was the boast buster and the end of the contest won by knockout
10. Raphael ‘Iron King’ Kwabena Vs Olaide ‘Fijaborn’ Fijabi: This Nigeria vs. Ghana showdown was a fierce battle of two undefeated champions. Fijabi, the reigning national champion, sought to bolster his international reputation, while Kwabena had won eight of his nine fights by knockout. With N1.5 million at stake for the best boxer of the 9th GOtv Boxing Night, anticipation was high. Both fighters were evenly matched, and the bout went the distance. Fijabi narrowly claimed victory through a split decision, ending Iron King’s unbeaten streak. Furious at the loss, Kwabena demanded an immediate rematch, which Fijabi accepted. However, the scheduled rematch for the 10th edition was postponed due to an injury Fijabi sustained.
With 31 successful editions, GOtv Boxing Night has delivered thrilling local and international contests over the past decade, turning local boxers into millionaires and providing a platform for amateur boxers to turn professional. It has been a transformative ten years for GOtv in the Nigerian and African boxing scene, creating memorable moments that will endure for both fans and fighters for years to come.
On July 23, Nigeria’s main grassroots tournament kicks off: players from the top 100 teams across five divisions of Lagos will compete for the championship title, a generous prize pool, the prestige of their home communities, and their dream of signing their first contract with a professional club.
1xCup has helped many talented players make a name for themselves. Thanks to their standout performances at the tournament, more than 30 footballers have earned spots on professional teams in Nigeria, Bulgaria, Norway, Albania, North Macedonia, and many other countries.
1xCup top success stories
From their debuts in the NPFL and second-tier European leagues to call-ups to the Nigeria national team, the stories of 1xCup graduate players could easily serve as the script for a new Hollywood sports drama. Defensive midfielder Adeoye Aderemi Jacob was named one of the top breakout stars of the 1xCup 2025. His dedication and energy helped the Naths Boys reach the tournament’s final four and caught the attention of Ikorodu City scouts. Adeoye Aderemi Jacob quickly adapted to the professional level and even earned a call-up to the Nigeria national team for friendly matches against Zimbabwe and Jamaica as part of their preparations for the.
Several 1xCup graduates have built successful careers in Europe. Martins Idowu plays in Serbia, Peter Ahisu in Bulgaria, and Okere Ebube in North Macedonia. Lawani Clinton, Bada Moses, and Raheem Ibrahim Ogede have continued their football careers with professional clubs in Nigeria. Meanwhile, Nwana Okechukwu and Kayode Akinyemi are representing their homeland in the Egyptian and Beninese leagues.
The 1xCup 2026 will continue this mission. Starting with the knockout stage, scouts from professional clubs will be in attendance at the tournament’s matches. This means that every participant will have a chance to prove themselves, get noticed by experts, and perhaps write a new chapter in their football history.
1xCup 2026 is open to everyone
Nigeria’s most prestigious grassroots tournament has helped football talent shine and demonstrated that our country is capable of organizing large-scale sports events. The list of participants in the qualification was made publicly available, and every fan can follow the match results and the standings on the official 1xCup Instagram page.
The tournament’s matches are drawing huge interest from viewers, so the organizers have expanded their media coverage. The 1xCup Podcast is set to launch very soon, featuring well-known figures from Nigeria’s football community who will discuss the main storylines and standout players of the fourth season, as well as share exclusive insights with fans.
Watch from the front row as the next generation of football stars is born, and follow the action from the grassroots tournament on the official 1xcup.ng website or on the project’s Instagram page.
Some weekends just ask for steady light, a fully charged phone, and zero plans to leave the house, and this is one of them. From a chilling true-crime finale to the biggest stage in world football, a UFC grudge match, Formula 1 at Spa, and a fiery kitchen showdown, DStv has packed the next 48 hours with must-watch television.
Whether you’re a sports fanatic, a true-crime junkie, or just here for the drama of a cooking competition, here’s your full guide to what’s showing, when, and where to catch it.
1. The Gilgo Beach Killer: House of Secrets
When: Saturday, 10 pm | Where: M-Net
Kick off your weekend with a gripping true-crime documentary that unpacks one of the most disturbing serial killer cases in recent memory.
This three-part series, executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, goes inside the home of Rex Heuermann, the Manhattan architect accused of murdering multiple women over nearly two decades on New York’s Long Island. It features exclusive, never-before-heard interviews with Heuermann’s wife, children, and friends as they grapple with the accusations against a man they thought they knew. The series carries extra weight now: Heuermann pleaded guilty to killing eight women in April 2026, prompting an additional episode that revisits his family’s real-time reckoning with the confession, including insight from their psychotherapist.
2. FRA v ENG – World Cup 3rd Place Play-Off
When: Saturday, 10 pm | Where: SuperSport
France and England go head-to-head for World Cup bronze, and if this tournament has taught us anything, it’s that neither side plays for pride quietly. Expect fireworks as two football powerhouses fight to end their campaigns on a high.
Both sides arrive bruised: pre-tournament favourites France were shut out 2-0 by Spain in the semi-final, while England surrendered a last-gasp 2-1 defeat to Argentina after Messi set up both goals. Kylian Mbappé, tied with Messi for the tournament’s Golden Boot race on eight goals, will be desperate to add to his tally after going scoreless in the semis, while Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham look to close the gap. It’s billed as football’s unofficial “bronze final,” played at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.
3. Du Plessis v Usman
When: Sunday, 1 am | Where: SuperSport
Set your alarm as this UFC clash is worth losing sleep over. Former middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis looks to rebound from the first loss of his UFC career, a dominant defeat to Khamzat Chimaev that ended his 11-fight winning streak and cost him the belt.
Standing in his way is Nigerian-born former welterweight king Kamaru Usman, who makes his first full campaign at 185lbs after 13 months out of the Octagon. It headlines a 12-fight card at Oklahoma City’s Paycom Center, the promotion’s first visit to the city in nearly a decade, with a title shot on the line for the winner.
4. Belgian Grand Prix
When: Sunday, 2 pm | Where: SuperSport
The F1 circus rolls into Spa-Francorchamps for one of the most iconic races on the calendar. Round 10 of the 2026 season arrives with the title fight tightening: Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli’s championship lead has shrunk to just 25 points over teammate George Russell, with Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton lurking further back after back-to-back podiums.
Hamilton sits one win shy of matching Michael Schumacher’s record six victories at Spa, now chasing it in Ferrari red. With brand-new car and power unit regulations this season, expect the legendary Eau Rouge-Raidillon complex to sort the contenders from the pretenders.
5. MasterChef Nigeria – Finale
When: Sunday, 7 pm | Where: M-Net
It all comes down to this. After weeks of whisks, plating panic, and culinary showdowns, MasterChef Nigeria crowns its winner.
Nigeria’s maiden season of the global culinary franchise has whittled ten home cooks down to a final two, fan favourites Fads and Favy, who battled through an emotional elimination that saw finalist David bow out just steps from the finish line. Under judges Chef Eros and Chef Stone, the winner walks away with a historic ₦73 million grand prize as Nigeria’s first-ever MasterChef champion.
6. Spain v Argentina – World Cup Final
When: Sunday, 8 pm | Where: SuperSport
In an exciting turn, Spain takes on Argentina for the ultimate prize in world football. Whatever happens over the weekend, this is the match everyone will be talking about on Monday morning.
Reigning European champions Spain, unbeaten and conceding just once all tournament, face defending world champions Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. It’s a changing-of-the-guard storyline as much as a football match.
Nineteen-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal is leading Spain’s relentless machine against Lionel Messi, chasing one last title in what’s widely expected to be his final World Cup appearance.
If you can’t get to a TV this weekend, you can stream every single one of these moments live on DStv Stream, wherever you are. So whether you’re at home or on the move, there’s no excuse to miss a second of the action.
Mobile betting starts before the first stake. It starts with the address bar, the download source, the login page, and the small checks a player makes before trusting a site with money and identity data. For Ethiopian users, that matters because the phone is often the main betting screen, not a backup option.
Rolsbet Ethiopia is built around mobile use, with sports, live markets, RolsGames, casino, live casino, esports, and promotions visible from the main interface. The safer way to use it is not to rush from search results to installation. The better route is to verify the website, understand how the mobile option works, check the account area, and keep betting money separate from daily expenses.
The Address Bar Is Part of Account Security
A copied betting page can look convincing on a small screen. Logos, colors, banners, and fake buttons are easy to imitate. The part that is harder to fake, and easier to check, is the exact website address.
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What a Betting Website Must Show Clearly
A betting website is useful only when the user can read it under pressure. Football odds can move quickly, and a crowded screen can lead to wrong selections. The stake, odds, possible return, and confirmation button must be visible before the bet is placed.
A practical website check should include:
- clear sports and live betting menus;
- readable football markets and bet slip details;
- visible account history and bonus status;
- easy access to deposit and withdrawal information;
- KYC prompts inside the account area, not from unknown messages;
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Registration Should Match Future Verification
Registration is not just a form. It is the first step in later account recovery, payment review, and identity checks. If a user enters incorrect details, withdrawals can become harder when verification is requested.
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Downloading on Android Needs Extra Care
Android betting apps can be convenient because they keep the account close. The risk is that APK files are also copied, renamed, and shared outside official channels. A file sent in a chat or placed on an unknown mirror page may look normal while carrying account or device risks.
For mobile installation checks, users should open https://rolsbet-et.com/aa/mobile and compare the download or PWA steps with what appears on the phone. If Android asks to allow installation from unknown sources, that permission should be used only for the trusted install action and then reviewed again. Updates should come from the same checked route. A betting app should not ask for permissions that have no clear link to login, notifications, payments, or normal device operation.
Live Betting Makes Discipline More Important
Live odds are useful because they show how a match is changing. They are also dangerous when the user treats every price movement as a reason to act. A goal, red card, injury, or tactical switch can change the market in seconds.
The safer habit is to decide the match budget before kick-off. A player can set a maximum live stake, avoid adding bets after an emotional moment, and read the bet slip twice before confirmation. In football markets, odds reflect probability and bookmaker margin. They do not guarantee value just because they moved.
Casino Sections Need Different Risk Checks
Casino games work differently from sports markets. Sports betting depends on odds, team news, market timing, and probability judgment. Casino titles depend on RNG mechanics, RTP, volatility, and session length.
RTP is a long-term percentage, not a short-session promise. Volatility affects how sharply the balance can move. A high-volatility slot can produce long dry runs before a bigger result, while lower-volatility games usually create smaller swings. The user should size stakes according to the bankroll, not according to the size of a possible win.
Payments, KYC, and Budget Control
Payment reliability matters as much as market variety. Before depositing, users should check limits, withdrawal rules, processing expectations, and whether identity verification may be required. KYC can feel inconvenient, but it protects account ownership and helps reduce payment disputes.
A controlled routine is simple: deposit only entertainment money, avoid chasing losses, keep records of transactions when needed, and complete verification before expecting larger withdrawals. Mobile access makes every action faster. That is useful only when the player keeps enough control before money leaves the balance.
