“He Excluded Nigerians”- Anthony Joshua Faces Backlash Over His Speech After Defeating Ngannou

Some Nigerians are upset that Anthony Joshua did not honor their nation in his post-match remarks.

There is a video going viral in which the British-Nigerian boxer is heard addressing supporters from several locations.

Joshua named folks from Saudi Arabia, Cameroon, London, and Watford, but did not include Nigerians.

Some netizens reacted negatively to this development, claiming that he should have included Nigeria in his appreciation. However, some claim Nigerians neglected to show him support.

Some people, however, believed Joshua should be left alone, arguing that what happened may have been an oversight.

Others thought it was more essential that he win the match, and they were certain Joshua adored his Nigerian face.

Nonetheless, the video went viral and got many views and comments, especially on X, where it was reposted by Dami Adenuga.

The clip was first posted by DAZN. Dammy wrote: “Anthony Joshua acknowledged London, Cameroon, and Saudi Arabia, leaving out Nigeria. Remember the whole Nigeria was awake at 2 am for him.”

Watch the video below:

Reactions to Anthony Joshua’s post-match comments

@Tips_With_Real1 said: “This is what happens when you don’t support your own. Congratulations to you, AJ. London is your home mate.”

@iam_Bonex said: “I wasn’t awake the whole night baba , besides when he used to mention Nigeria he was losing his belts up and down. I don’t blame the guy abeg.”

@blaze9330 said: “After Nigerians staked against him.”

@iamYuozee said: “The same Nigeria that insulted him instead of supporting him in his down time in 2022? Dey play.”