The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) late Sunday confirmed the death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju during an international bout at the Bukom Arena in the Ghanaian capital of Accra.
According to a statement released here, the GBA observed that its president, Abraham Kotei Neequaye, who was present at the scene, swiftly coordinated with the Nigerian Boxing Board of Control (NBBC) and local authorities.
“The GBA president reported the incident to the Korle-Bu police station and helped move the body to the main mortuary for preservation. Ghana’s minister for sports and recreation was also notified,” said the statement.
The Ghanaian boxing authority extended its condolences to their Nigerian counterparts and boxing fans worldwide.
“There have been several deaths recorded in the ring over the years. We pray to the Lord to help protect all boxers during fights. Death is indeed unknown, and you never know where it will catch up with you. May the soul of Gabriel Oluwasegun and all other boxers who died in similar circumstances rest in perfect peace,” added the statement.
Meanwhile, the GBA has also confirmed an autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death. The Nigerian boxer died after suffering a fatal seizure during a boxing bout against Ghana’s John Mbanugu late Saturday. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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