ANTHONY OLUWAFEMI OLASENI JOSHUA
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Anthony Joshua and mum,Yeta Odusanya |
Anthony Oluwafemi Joshua is currently the unified heavyweight world champion. He is now one of Britain's most successful sportsmen. When I read this young man's story, I observed that we have a lot to learn from his story ,especially African parents. A time has come for parents to start supporting children through their respective skills and talent.
Though we need to ensure they are educated, agreed but alongside ,let us encourage and motivate them in whatever talents they show up with. African parents are fond of focusing on professional career , ' you will be a lawyer, engineer,doctor ,accountant,etc.' I am also guilty of this oo.
Anthony Joshua started as a footballer and athlete during his teenage years, according to him ,he had a rough time as a teenager, but with the support of his family, especially his mum, he was able to breakthrough.
The love he has for his mum is immeasurable, up till date he stays with his mum,Yetta Odusanya.
Yetta Odusanya says'' Joshua has always being a quiet boy even today I see him as being gentle''.
Another noble quality in this young man is humility. Despite all the fame, he never forgot his root .
'I still eat eba,pounded yam and egusi soup' he says in one of his interviews.
Congratulations Anthony Joshua! We are really proud of you .xx