NBBofC Backs Secretary-General Aboderin Amid WABU Controversy, Launches Key Reforms

The Nigeria Boxing Board of Control, NBBofC, has passed a vote of confidence on its Secretary-General Remi Aboderin amid recent controversy surrounding his role as West African Boxing Union president.

The decision was reached during the NBBofC’s executive board meeting in Lagos, where they condemned calls for Aboderin’s removal while expressing satisfaction with his performance.

NBBofC President Rafiu Oladipo addressed the situation, particularly regarding Aboderin’s ongoing dispute with the African Boxing Union.

“Our Secretary Mr. Remi Aboderin has been given a clean bill from us, whatever the issues he has with the ABU President, they should sort out, but with the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control, we have passed on him a vote of confidence at our meeting,” Oladipo said.

The development comes just days after ABU President Houcine Houichi announced WABU’s disbandment, citing allegations of blackmail, manipulation, financial misappropriation and exploitation of boxers and promoters.

To enhance efficiency, the board established three standing committees – Ratings/Rankings, Disciplinary and Contract/Verification Committees, with different Board members named to be in charge of the committees.

The board also reviewed professional boxing activities in 2024, noting significant growth through several innovative shows across the country, particularly praising the contributions of DE LADS Promotions’ Wasiu Alabi and Balmoral Promotions’ Ezekiel Adamu.

The NBBofC announced plans to initiate quarterly meetings with all professional boxing promoters to build better synergy, while also increasing their executive meetings’ frequency from quarterly to monthly to meet growing demands in the sport.

Oladipo added that there would be quarterly meetings with the promoters.

The NBBofC wished all pro boxers in the Country a great new year 2025.