Ghana To Investigate Nigerian Boxer Segun Olanrewajus Death

Ghanas Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced plans to establish an investigative committee to examine the circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju.

The boxer collapsed in the third round of his bout against Ghanaian opponent Jon Mbanugu during Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra on March 29. He was immediately transported to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Following the incident, Remi Aboderin, Secretary-General of the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control NBB of C, accused the Ghana Boxing Authority of negligence, alleging that the fight was staged without adhering to standard boxing protocols.

Speaking during an interview with Sporty FM , a Ghanaian radio station, on Tuesday, Adams emphasised the governments commitment to uncovering the facts.

Adams assured the public that the investigation would be thorough and transparent.