Ghana has initiated an investigation into the loss of life of Nigerian boxer Segun Olanrewaju, who collapsed throughout a bout in opposition to Ghanaian Jon Mbanugu at Battle Evening 15 in Accra on March 29.
Olanrewaju, a former West African and nationwide light-heavyweight champion with a 24-fight report, collapsed within the third spherical and was later pronounced lifeless at Korle Bu Educating Hospital.
Ghana’s Sports activities Minister, Kofi Adams, confirmed {that a} committee could be arrange for an intensive and clear probe.
The investigation comes amid allegations by the Nigerian Boxing Board of Management’s Secretary-Common, Remi Aboderin, that the combat didn’t observe correct rules, elevating broader issues over fighter security in skilled boxing.
“It’s only by an investigation that we are able to decide if all the required combat protocols have been adopted, together with ringside security measures and the presence of paramedics,” Adams mentioned. “We have to institute a committee to look into what occurred, and I guarantee everybody that nothing will likely be coated up.”
