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Jake Paul Could Pocket More Than Anthony Joshua Despite Crushing Miami Defeat.
Despite suffering a decisive knockout loss to Anthony Joshua in Miami, Jake Paul is poised to earn more from the heavyweight exhibition bout than the British boxing star. According to financial reports, both fighters were slated to receive $92 million each from the $184 million prize pool, marking the largest payday of Joshua’s career following a dominant sixth-round victory.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The fight, held at the Kaseya Centre and streamed worldwide on Netflix, saw Joshua landing a critical right hand that ended the contest, while Paul endured significant punishment throughout the rounds. However, the difference in earnings will be largely influenced by taxation rather than the outcome of the fight.
Joshua, a British national, faces multiple layers of taxation due to competing in the United States and returning to the United Kingdom. Reports indicate he will pay approximately 37 percent in US federal income tax, totaling around $52 million, alongside an estimated $11.3 million to His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs and $2.8 million in National Insurance contributions. This would leave Joshua with roughly $74 million from the purse after taxes.
By contrast, Paul is expected to be taxed only by the US government, allowing him to retain a larger share of his $92 million earnings. Experts note that Florida’s lack of state income tax benefits foreign athletes like Paul, highlighting the significant impact of cross-border taxation on global sports events.
Inside the ring, Joshua delivered an emphatic performance, dropping Paul in the fourth, fifth, and sixth rounds before ending the bout with a knockout in round six, breaking Paul’s jaw in two places. The victory improved Joshua’s record to 29 wins from 33 professional fights and marked a strong comeback after his September 2024 defeat to Daniel Dubois.
Following the bout, Paul called for a high-profile matchup against Canelo Álvarez, while Joshua set his sights on a potential all-British showdown with Tyson Fury in 2026. Both fighters are now subject to mandatory medical suspensions under the Florida State Athletic Commission, with Paul facing a minimum 45-day suspension and Joshua observing a seven-day stand-down period.
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ed An UnpUnmatched Productivity: Akpabio Stated That President Tinubu Has commissionrecedented Number Of Projects Nationwide.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has characterized President Bola Tinubu as a “miracle worker,” claiming that his volume of commissioned projects within his first three years in office is unprecedented in Nigeria’s history. Speaking on behalf of the President at the inauguration of the Old Keffi Road—a project marking Tinubu’s three-year milestone—Akpabio emphasized the government’s success in developing infrastructure in satellite towns. He further encouraged Nigerians to evaluate the President’s performance based on his long-standing track record of delivering results, dating back to his tenure as the Governor of Lagos State, as the primary benchmark for the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During the commissioning of the Old Keffi Road in the FCT, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted the following points regarding President Tinubu’s administration:
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Unmatched Project Delivery: Akpabio stated that President Tinubu has commissioned more projects nationwide in his first three years than any previous Nigerian president.
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Impact on Infrastructure: He praised the “miracle” of development in satellite towns, specifically referencing projects in the Gaduwa district and Nasarawa State.
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2027 Election Benchmark: The Senate President urged voters to look at Tinubu’s history of results, starting from his time as Lagos State Governor, as a scorecard for the upcoming 2027 election.
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Call for Accountability: Akpabio proposed a new standard for elections where candidates are evaluated based on their proven record of work and tangible achievements.
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Rescue Mission Success! FG Confirms Friday Morning Arrival For 271 Returning Nigerians.
As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and voluntary repatriation of its citizens, the Federal Government has organized a third evacuation flight from South Africa. The flight, operated by Air Peace, is scheduled to depart Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday, carrying 271 Nigerians back home. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the aircraft is expected to land at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos at approximately 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Federal Government’s voluntary repatriation program continues with a third evacuation flight from South Africa set to arrive in Nigeria.
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Departure: The flight will leave Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday.
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Arrival: The 271 returnees on board are scheduled to reach Lagos by 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.
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Purpose: This operation is part of the government’s commitment to safeguarding its citizens and facilitating their safe return to the country.
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U.S. Independence Day: Embassy And Consulate In Nigeria Announce Temporary Closure For Public Holiday!.
In honor of the U.S. Independence Day holiday, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos have announced that they will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. The U.S. mission shared this information via their official social media channels on Thursday. The Fourth of July holiday annually commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, marking the moment the thirteen American colonies formally declared their independence from Great Britain.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will observe the U.S. Independence Day holiday by closing their offices on Friday, July 3, 2026. This annual holiday, celebrated on July 4, commemorates the historic event in 1776 when the American colonies declared their separation from Great Britain. The closure was confirmed in an official statement released by the U.S. mission on Thursday.
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