De Lads Boxing Sets African Attendance Record, As Sojaboy- Scorpion Rematch Gathers Momentum
Following the successful organization of what has been described as the largest-attended boxing event in recent African history, De Lad’s Boxing Promotions has once again captured the attention of the boxing world as preparations intensify for another blockbuster showdown.
The historic boxing spectacle, held on April 26, 2026, at the Indoor Sports Hall of the National Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, attracted an estimated crowd of more than 70,000 fans, making it one of the biggest combat sports gatherings ever witnessed in the country in recent times.
The headline attraction featured an explosive clash between undefeated lightweight rivals Taiwo “Esepo” Agbaje and Tosin “Sojarboy” Osaigbovo. The atmosphere was electric as Agbaje arrived with thousands of passionate supporters from Mushin, while Sojarboy was backed by a mammoth crowd from the Agege axis of Lagos.
After ten thrilling and action-packed rounds, Taiwo “Esepo” Agbaje emerged victorious via unanimous decision to claim the vacant WBA Africa Lightweight Championship, preserving his unbeaten record and cementing his place among Africa’s elite fighters.
The bout lived up to its pre-fight hype. During the build-up, Agbaje had confidently predicted that Sojarboy would not survive the scheduled ten rounds.
Although Sojarboy displayed remarkable toughness and resilience by going the distance, Agbaje’s composure, superior ring management, and championship experience ultimately earned him a deserved victory on the judges’ scorecards.
Despite suffering his first professional defeat, Tosin “Sojarboy” Osaigbovo has wasted no time in plotting his return to the top.
The hard-hitting Lagos fighter has officially accepted a challenge from Ridwan “Scorpion” Oyekola, popularly known as OGO Ibadan, for a highly anticipated rematch.
According to Sojarboy, he has already signed his contract for the proposed August 30 showdown and has called on Scorpion to do the same.
“The contract has been signed from my side. The ball is now in Scorpion’s court. Let him sign so we can settle this once and for all inside the ring,” Sojarboy declared.
The response came swiftly. Scorpion has officially signed his contract too, confirming his readiness for the rematch. The Ibadan-born fighter has vowed to end Sojarboy’s boxing career when they meet again.
Adding further intrigue to the contest, Scorpion’s coach and manager, Patricio, expressed supreme confidence in his fighter’s transformation.
“This is no longer the old Scorpion he fought before. He is a completely different fighter now. We have successfully blended his natural African strength with the technical discipline of the Mexican boxing style, making him a more complete and dangerous boxer,” Patricio said.
The experienced trainer also reaffirmed his admiration for African boxing, particularly Nigerian fighters, while revealing that Team Scorpion will arrive in Nigeria on August 10 to complete final preparations ahead of the highly anticipated contest.
Patricio reserved special praise for De Lad’s Boxing Promotions for making the rematch possible. “I have great respect for De Lad Boxing Promotions. Right now, they are setting the standard for boxing promotion in Africa.
“Their commitment to developing the sport and organizing world-class events deserves recognition,” he stated.
With contracts signed, rivalries renewed, and emotions running high, boxing fans across Nigeria and beyond are eagerly counting down to August 30, when two fierce rivals will once again step into the ring in what promises to be another unforgettable chapter in African boxing history.
