An infamous rivalry in the Nollywood industry has escalated, with actress Lizzy Anjorin accepting a boxing challenge from Iyabo Ojo.
The match, initially set up by show promoter Paul Okoye for 2024, offers a ₦10 million prize to both actresses.
Terms & Conditions of the Boxing Challenge
Lizzy Anjorin revealed the terms and conditions of the fight in a social media post.
In her statement, she indicated that the fight would only be on if Paul Okoye agrees to fight against her husband.
As per her suggestion:
- Day 1: Paul Okoye vs Chief Lawal (10 Rounds)
- Day 2: Lizzy Anjorin vs Iyabo Ojo
Feud Continues With More Accusations
The feud has even moved outside the ring and has escalated with some accusations.
Lizzy Anjorin made an appeal for Iyabo Ojo and Paulo to come out and show how much money they had, taking the feud to yet another level, having been a mostly virtual feud till now.
It has been seen that the two women are quite used to public feuds and accusations made against each other.
Legal Cases Surrounding the Feud
The feud itself is not something new.
Iyabo Ojo sued Lizzy Anjorin for defamation worth ₦1 billion back in 2025.
Despite the fact that the case was dismissed, Iyabo Ojo still showed her intentions to sue the other person, thus leaving the feud unresolved.
Popularity of Celebrity Boxing Increasing in Nigeria
There is one more aspect to the story, as the trend for celebrities to box in Nigeria is increasing.
Recently, there have been several cases of celebrities participating in boxing bouts, one of which is the fight between Portable and Carter Efe.
Information About the ₦10 Million Challenge
- Proposed in 2024 by Paul Okoye
- ₦10 million reward for the winner
- Awaiting terms and conditions for the contest
- The official date and location have not yet been declared
Despite the massive excitement surrounding the challenge, several details remain unresolved.
Conclusion
Lizzy Anjorin against Iyabo Ojo is a boxing match like none other – a continuation of the feud between the two famous actresses that has existed for many years now.
Whether it will come to fruition or not still depends on the discussions, but at this point, it is easily one of the most discussed issues in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
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