The Dynamite Fighting Championship Africa will hold a big Fight Night on Saturday, December 26, 2026. This event takes place at Juli Rose Hotel and Suites, located at the University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Rivers State.
The Boxing Day event will showcase the best mixed martial arts talent. It also aims to boost Nigeria's standing in the global combat sports scene.
At a press conference before the event, Henry George, the President of DFC Africa and Ambassador of the Nigeria Mixed Martial Arts Federation, shared some good news. He confirmed that Nigeria has reached Grade A Federation status in MMA. This comes with full international recognition through its link with the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation.
"We understand every step because of our years of experience and our international affiliation. We are affiliated with the International Mixed Martial Arts Federation, the world governing body. So Nigeria is a Grade A federation when you talk about mixed martial arts," George said.
George pointed out that this event is part of a bigger plan to boost combat sports in Nigeria. He wants to create chances for local fighters and make Nigeria a competitive spot for international MMA events. He added, "We are talking about making a great statement as far as the world is concerned."
Sam Dede, who leads DFC Africa and is also a Nollywood star, spoke about his love for the sport. He stressed the need to develop the youth.
"For MMA, I’m particularly fascinated by this sport because it’s new and the techniques are different, it’s a new world of martial arts all together. So we would want, you know, like the president, a lot of young people to get involved," Dede shared.
Dede also said that MMA helps young people build discipline, self-confidence, and physical strength. He hopes this event will inspire them to join the sport. He said, "this whole event to act as some kind of inspiration for them to come out and participate in the sport."
Chindinma Azubuike, the Programme Director of Juli Rose Hotel and Suites, represented the event partners. She shared her excitement about hosting the championship and confirmed the hotel’s promise to provide support for a smooth event.
Azubuike mentioned that their partnership aims to empower the youth and deliver an exciting sporting experience to the University of Port Harcourt community and Rivers State.
The Fight Night will include several high-profile matches featuring both international and local fighters. Fighters from Côte d’Ivoire and Cameroon will also participate.
In some of the key matchups, Bahbome Emmanuel from Ivory Coast will fight Godwin Ambrose from Nigeria. Cameroon’s Ahmadu Edoja will face Nigeria’s Jube Linuwa.
In all-Nigerian fights, Ruth Okon will take on Tarie Balelefa, while Joshua James will go against Godspower Cornelius.
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