Phyna Makes History with Knockout Win in Boxing Bout

On October 1, 2026, at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, Josephina “Phyna” Otabor made history by winning Nigeria's first female celebrity boxing bout against Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing by knockout during the Chaos in the Ring event organized by Balmoral Promotions. Following her victory, Phyna called out fellow actress Etinosa Idemudia, challenging her to a fight, which Etinosa accepted.

Phyna reportedly received ₦50 million for her win and expressed interest in pursuing a professional boxing career. In another bout, skit maker Carter Efe defeated musician Speed Darlington by technical knockout, dominating the fight until it was stopped due to Speed's inactivity.

This victory extended Carter Efe's unbeaten record in the celebrity boxing series. The event also featured Ghanaian boxer Seth “Freezy Macbones” Gyimah, who won the WBO African Light Heavyweight Continental Championship by defeating Nigerian champion Godday “Zodsolo” Appah by unanimous decision.