Deontay Wilder: World boxing champion says he is part Nigerian

Deontay Wilder has revealed that he has roots to West African country Nigeria despite born in the United States of America.

World Boxing Council heavyweight title holder Deontay Wilder has stated that he is part Nigerian during the build up to his anticipated fight against British boxer Tyson Fury.

Born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama United States of America,  Wilder who is now 32-year-old has never been to Nigeria located in West Africa.

The American boxer made the revelation that he has Nigerian origins in a presser round table discussion with his opponent Fury who he will defend his title against.

The video of his revelation has since gone viral which has become a mystery as to how he is 'part Nigerian' according to his claims.

 

 

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