A boxer identified as Chukwuemeka Igboanugo has died at the ongoing National Sports Festival in Asaba, Delta State.
The Imo State representative was declared dead after losing a fight by knockout to his contender from Anambra State in the 86 kg category.
According to an eyewitness , 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 rushing him to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.
The Nigerian Boxing Federation and the state government are yet to react to reports of his death.
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