Boxing protégé Abdulahi Robiu lit up the Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame (LBHF) Monthly Show with a show-stopping performance that announced his arrival as one to watch at the Agege Stadium at the weekend.

Fighting in the men’s 70kg category, the Possible Boxing Club fighter from Yaba outclassed Favour Eze, securing a commanding 5-0 unanimous decision. Nicknamed “Successful,” Robiu was visibly elated as he soaked in the applause. For the young boxer, the victory was more than just a win — it was a milestone in a career still finding its footing.

“I feel happy and so excited because I won this fight,” he said, brimming with gratitude. “I just want to thank all my fans and commend my coaches. Today is a great day for me, and I’m enjoying it.

I also want to thank the Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame for always organising this every last Saturday of the month. We really appreciate this opportunity,” Robiu said.

The evening’s card featured 10 contests, including two exhibition bouts for boys and girls, and it delivered plenty of drama. Lawal Ismail impressed with a unanimous win in the men’s 75kg against Ojichukwu Obi, while Sarah Akinola edged Adah Obi in a tense women’s 70kg, which ended in a split decision.

Muiz Ogunshola battled past Ismailia Sanusi 3-2 in the men’s 65kg, and Abdulahi Adebayo showcased grit and technique to overcome Michael Jeremiah in another split decision thriller.

Elsewhere, Quadri Obayemi defeated Bright Majekodunmi in the men’s 55kg, Owolabi Opeyemi dominated Kola Ogunsemore in the men’s 60kg, and Daniel Daramola was awarded victory in the men’s 50kg after Habeeb Adebayo’s disqualification.

For coaches like Abdulhakeem Yinus of AY Gold Boxing Club, the LBHF Monthly Show is more than just a competition — it is a grassroots crucible where future champions are forged. “This platform is important at the grassroots level,” Yinus explained. “With consistency, Lagos will produce boxers who can compete at the very top.”