by Silas Boahene | Sep 3, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International, Nigeria
Ghanaâs Faisal Abubakar, also known as Poncho Power, successfully defended his WBO Africa Super Lightweight title with a fifth-round technical knockout victory over Nigerian Samuel Opaogun at the Bukom Boxing Arena on August 31, 2024.
Referee May Mensah Akakpo halted the fight in the fifth round after Opaogun was floored by a powerful punch. Although Samuel briefly regained his footing, he wobbled when asked to move forward, prompting the referee to end the bout.
Opaogun began the match with strong punches but struggled as the fight progressed, eventually suffering a cut on his eyelid. After recovering, he expressed a desire for a rematch and praised his Ghanaian fans, referring to the country as his second home.
Faisal, managed by PricelessLife Entertainment, thanked his supporters, the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), the WBO, and his trainers at the Charles Quartey Boxing Foundation Gym. He is eager to face bigger challenges and aims to break into the worldâs top 10 in his next defense.
With a record of 17-0 (14 KOs), Abubakar previously won the WBO Africa Super Lightweight title by outpointing Ugandan Latibu Muwonge. Opaogunâs record now stands at 12 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw in 16 fights.
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by Silas Boahene | Sep 3, 2024 | Africa, Ghana, International, Soccer
Reigning Ghana Premier League champions, FC Samartex, have claimed the Champion of Champions title after defeating Nsoatreman FC. The decisive moment came in the 70th minute when Emmanuel Mamah’s stunning header secured a 1-0 victory for the Timber Giants in a thrilling match held at the T&A Stadium in Tarkwa on August 31, 2024.
Both teams displayed top-notch football, with plenty of attacking flair, but struggled to find the back of the net until Mamah’s late heroics. His powerful header shattered the hopes of Nsoatreman FC, allowing Samartex to lift their first-ever Champion of Champions trophy.
The match, which served as a curtain-raiser for the 2024-25 Ghana Premier League season, captivated the nearly full-capacity crowd with high-octane performances from both sides. As the season opener approaches on September 6, 2024, FC Samartex and Nsoatreman FC are preparing to represent Ghana in the CAF inter-club competitions, with Samartex set to face Raja Athletic Club in the Champions League and Nsoatreman FC taking on CS Constantine in the Confederation Cup.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 3, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International, USA
Stanley Nyantakyi, known as the Ashanti Warrior, alongside the Osibor Management team and supported by the National Sports Supporters Union, has presented his third titleâthe UBO Africa Featherweight Continental Beltâto Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. During the presentation, Nyantakyi also informed the Asantehene about his upcoming UBO World Title fight in Wisconsin, USA, where he will face an Argentine opponent.
Undefeated in his career, Nyantakyi received the Asantehene’s blessings, with encouragement to maintain courage, confidence, and determination as he continues his journey in the ring.
The National Sports Supporters Union, led by Apirigu Chakapama (Abraham Nkansah), celebrated with Nyantakyi in Kumasi, expressing their belief that he is on the path to becoming Ghana’s next world champion. Sam Nana Gyan, Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Supporters, echoed this optimism.
Osibor Promotions’ CEO, Mr. Gordon Frimpong, praised Nyantakyi’s progress and called on corporate Ghana to support the Ashanti Warrior as he nears the achievement of bringing a world title home to Ghana.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 3, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana, International, USA
Ghanaâs Jonathan Mbanugu, known as âJon Power,â is scheduled to fight American Kevin Johnson for the UBO International Light Heavyweight title on December 10, 2024, at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia, PA, USA. The bout will be broadcast live on PPV at DMDb.com. Mbanugu, 31, holds a record of 12 wins and four losses in 16 fights.
Mr. Gordon Frimpong, Manager of Osibor Promotions, emphasized the significance of this opportunity for Mbanugu, especially after missing a world title chance in Albania. Frimpong urged Mbanugu to seize this moment on the big stage in America, representing himself, the Osibor brand, and Ghana with pride.
Frimpong also highlighted the promising careers of other boxers under his promotion, including Stanley Nyantekyi (Ashanti Warrior) and John Zile, who will also fight under the UBO banner. He expressed confidence in their potential to deliver strong performances, with Mbanugu currently holding a record of ten wins, one draw, and one loss in 12 fights.
Acknowledging the significant investment in boxing, Frimpong expressed his gratitude to the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), the UBO, and the Ghana Sports and Boxing Supporters Unions for their support and belief in his boxers. He is optimistic about achieving great success with the blessings of the Asantehene.
by Silas Boahene | Sep 3, 2024 | Africa, Boxing, Ghana
The Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) is bringing its Community Boxing Initiative back to Korle Gonno in Accra on Friday, September 6, 2024. The event will take place at Okpotsu Park, also known as Bannerman Park, near the Tuesday Market, starting at 7 pm.
Mr. Solomon Otoo, the Second Vice President of the GBF, emphasized the federation’s commitment to discovering and nurturing new boxing talent to succeed the Black Bombers, who missed qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. He noted that although the boxers gave their best, the lack of exposure and training tours hindered their performance.
“We have learned a lot and are determined not to let any opportunity slip by. We will select the best boxers and prepare them thoroughly for the upcoming Commonwealth Games and Olympic Games. However, we also need financial support for training camps and travel,” Mr. Otoo stated.
