A boxer representing Imo State at the ongoing National Sports Festiva in Asaba, Delta State has died.
The Boxer identified as Chuwuemeka Igboanugo was declared dead after losing a fight by knockout to his contender from Anambra State in the 86 kg category.
According to eyewitness accounts, the boxer was hit in the chin during the fight and failed to get up, leading the referee to announce the fight in favour of his Anambra contender.
With the boxer remaining unconscious, he was said to have been given first aid treatment before being taken to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.
The Nigerian Boxing Federation nor the state government has yet to react to reports of the death.
