Former national cruiserweight champion Jacob Dickson has issued a challenge to Haruna Mohammed, the current champion recognized by the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), for a showdown to determine the best in the division.

In an exclusive interview, Dickson revealed that he was unaware the GBA had stripped him of his title, which he still keeps at home. He expressed confusion over the arrangement that allowed Haruna Mohammed of Wisdom Gym to claim the championship after only three fights, while Dickson had to fight over eight bouts to become a national champion.

“I accept being a former champion, but I want to fight Haruna to show all of Ghana who is the current best between us,” Dickson stated. “I know I will beat him easily, and that’s why he is avoiding me. We’ve been arguing on social media, but I want to settle it in the ring because I am confident I am the number one in Ghana.”

Haruna Mohammed holds a record of 4-1-0, having recently defeated veteran George Amuzu, while Jacob Dickson boasts a record of 11-1-0 according to Boxrec.

Coach Carl Lokko, who trains Dickson at the Bronx Gym, mentioned that they are aiming for bigger challenges, but Dickson wants to prove himself locally. Lokko urged the GBA to provide a fair opportunity for the fight without favoring any boxer.