Ghana Boxing Federation Unveils New Executive Board in Courtesy Call on Sports Minister
The newly elected leadership of the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) has paid a formal courtesy call on Kofi Iddie Adams, Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, marking the beginning of a new administrative era for amateur boxing in the country.
The delegation, led by GBF President Alhaji Dauda Fuseini, assumed office following a successful election held on 27 December 2025 at the Accra Sports Stadium. The board has been mandated to serve a four-year term, overseeing the development of kids, juvenile, youth, and elite amateur boxing, as well as managing Ghana’s national boxing teams.
New Executive Board
The newly constituted board comprises:
- Alhaji Dauda Fuseini – President
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Nii Adama Addy (Nii Ajor Gonti I) – 1st Vice President
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Solomon Otoo Lartey – 2nd Vice President
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Mustapha Nettey – Treasurer
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George Lamptey – Executive Member
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Sarah Lotus Asare – Executive Member
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Emelia Ansah – General Secretary
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Charles Jojo Ephson – Communication & Administrative Officer
Commitment to Reform and Rebranding
In his opening remarks, President Fuseini assured the Minister of a committed, transparent, and forward-looking administration aligned with national sports policies. He outlined plans for a comprehensive rebranding of amateur boxing aimed at restoring integrity, strengthening structures, and positioning the sport as an attractive platform for corporate partnerships and sponsorship.
Fuseini emphasized collaboration with key stakeholders and institutions to rebuild confidence in the sport while enhancing talent identification and development pathways.
Minister Calls for Integrity and Discipline
Hon. Kofi Iddie Adams expressed concern over the current state of Ghanaian boxing, particularly the culture of self-interest that has, at times, undermined collective progress. He called on the federation to prioritize sportsmanship, discipline, respect, and unity across all levels of the sport.
The Minister stressed that discipline must be cultivated from the amateur ranks through to the professional level, noting that self-discipline remains the foundation for sustainable growth and international success.
Addressing broader challenges, he strongly condemned the rise of match-fixing, describing it as a threat to the integrity and credibility of Ghana boxing. He warned that corruption erodes the development of talented athletes and damages Ghana’s standing within the global boxing community.
Funding, Structure, and Strategic Partnerships
Hon. Adams acknowledged funding as a key obstacle in sports development and called for strengthened support mechanisms, including better structuring and planning within the federation to attract investment and improve logistical capacity.
He also encouraged the GBF to deepen collaboration with Ghana’s security agencies to create employment opportunities for athletes, offering them both career stability and continued involvement in the sport.
In concluding his remarks, the Minister urged the federation to develop a compelling and unified narrative capable of rallying stakeholders, investors, and the public behind Ghana boxing’s revival.
Also present at the meeting was Madam Wilhelmina Asamoah, Chief Director of the Ministry of Sports and Recreation, alongside other senior ministry officials.
Invitation to Championship Finals
The GBF leadership used the occasion to officially invite the Minister and his delegation to the finals of the 2026 National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship, scheduled for Friday, 27 February, at the Bukom Boxing Arena. The event will serve as the final selection pathway for the reconstitution of Ghana’s national boxing teams ahead of major international competitions.
The meeting signals a renewed commitment between government and federation to transform Ghanaian boxing into a disciplined, credible, and internationally competitive force.
Story: Charles Jojo Ephson
GBF Media
FINALIST MATCH-UPS
2026 NATIONAL INDIVIDUAL AMATEUR BOXING CHAMPIONSHIP
(Red Corner vs Blue Corner)
Date: Friday, 27th February 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Bukom Boxing Arena, Accra
BOUT 1 – Light Flyweight (48kg)
🔴 Daniel Amoo (Sea View)
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🔵 Lionel Owoo (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
BOUT 2 – Flyweight (51kg)
🔴 George Dowuona (Will Power)
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🔵 Ibrahim Doku (Black Panthers)
BOUT 3 – Bantamweight (54kg)
🔴 Caleb Mensah (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
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🔵 Mathias Ashitey (Black Panthers)
BOUT 4 – Featherweight (57kg)
🔴 Amadu Mohammed (Sea View)
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🔵 Reginald Lamptey (C.Q.B.F)
BOUT 5 – Lightweight (60kg)
🔴 James Okoe (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
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🔵 Ebenezer Ankrah (Black Panthers)
BOUT 6 – Light Welterweight (63.5kg)
🔴 Henry Owusu (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
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🔵 Abdul Wahid Omar (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
BOUT 7 – Welterweight (67kg)
🔴 Issah Okine (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
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🔵 Precious Akai Nettey (Attoh Quarshie Boxing Gym)
BOUT 8 – Light Middleweight (71kg)
🔴 Solomon Sackey (Akotoku)
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🔵 Zakari Kamoko (Sea View)
BOUT 9 – Middleweight (75kg)
🔴 Khalid (Fit Square)
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🔵 Desmond Pappoe (Jamestown Boxing Club)
BOUT 10 – Light Heavyweight (81kg)
🔴 Mubarak Amarh (Seconds Out)
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🔵 Abdul Wahab (Sonia)
BOUT 11 – Cruiserweight (86kg)
🔴 Dennis John Dugbenu (Seconds Out)
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🔵 Bernard Kotey (Sea View)
BOUT 12 – Super Heavyweight (92kg+)
🔴 Isaac Asiedu (C.Q.B.F)
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🔵 Daniel Plange (Jamestown Boxing Club)
GBF COMPLETES FIRST PHASE OF 2026 NATIONAL INDIVIDUAL AMATEUR BOXING CHAMPIONSHIP
The Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) has successfully concluded the first major phase of the 2026 National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship, following the completion of the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.
After a total of 93 bouts, finalists have now been confirmed in almost every weight division, marking a significant milestone in the tournament’s mission to identify boxers for the reconstitution of Ghana’s elite national teams — the Black Bombers and Black Rockets.
The championship has drawn strong participation from boxing clubs across the country, further highlighting the growing depth, competitiveness, and rising standards within Ghana’s amateur boxing landscape.
From the preliminary stages through to the semifinals, athletes produced disciplined and high-intensity performances, narrowing the field to those now set to compete for national honours, recognition, and potential selection into the next generation of Ghana’s national boxing squads.
Top Clubs Shine on the Road to the Finals
Several clubs distinguished themselves with consistent performances throughout the competition.
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Wisdom Boxing Gym emerged as the standout team, sending five boxers into the finals — including both contenders in the Light Welterweight (63.5kg) division.
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Sea View Boxing Gym followed closely with four finalists across multiple weight categories.
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Black Panthers Boxing Club secured three finalists, maintaining a strong presence from the early rounds.
Other clubs also enjoyed notable campaigns:
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Seconds Out, Charles Quartey, and Jamestown Boxing Clubs each produced two finalists.
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Will Power, Akotoku, Fit Square, and Sonia Boxing Clubs all contributed one finalist apiece, underlining the broad spread of talent across Ghana’s boxing community.
Confirmed Finals Match-Ups
The championship finals, scheduled for the third weekend of February, are as follows:
Light Flyweight (48kg)
Daniel Amoo (Sea View)
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Lionel Owoo (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
Flyweight (51kg)
George Dowuona (Will Power)
vs
Ibrahim Doku (Black Panthers)
Bantamweight (54kg)
Caleb Mensah (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
vs
Mathias Ashitey (Black Panthers)
Featherweight (57kg)
Amadu Mohammed (Sea View)
vs
Reginald Lamptey (C.Q.B.F)
Lightweight (60kg)
James Okoe (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
vs
Ebenezer Ankrah (Black Panthers)
Light Welterweight (63.5kg)
Henry Owusu (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
vs
Abdul Wahid Omar (Wisdom Boxing Gym)
Welterweight (67kg)
To Be Decided
Light Middleweight (71kg)
Solomon Sackey (Akotoku)
vs
Zakari Kamoko (Sea View)
Middleweight (75kg)
Khalid (Fit Square)
vs
Desmond Pappoe (Jamestown Boxing Club)
Light Heavyweight (81kg)
Mubarak Amarh (Seconds Out)
vs
Abdul Wahab (Sonia)
Cruiserweight (86kg)
Dennis John Dugbenu (Seconds Out)
vs
Bernard Kotey (Sea View)
Super Heavyweight (92kg+)
Isaac Asiedu (C.Q.B.F)
vs
Daniel Plange (Jamestown Boxing Club)
67kg Division Still Pending
The Welterweight (67kg) division could not be concluded due to time constraints. Four boxers remain in contention after reaching the semifinal stage:
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Precious Akai Nettey
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Robert Tagoe
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Issah Okine
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Robert Lokko
Their bouts are expected to be rescheduled ahead of the finals.
With 93 contests fought to reach this stage, the championship has reinforced the physical and technical demands of national-level boxing. Fans and officials have praised both the quality of competition and the improved organization, as attention now shifts to the finals — where national titles and immediate opportunities for selection into the reconstituted Black Bombers will be on the line.
Compiled by: Charles Jojo Ephson & Sarah Lotus Asare
GBF Media
NATIONAL INDIVIDUAL AMATEUR BOXING CHAMPIONSHIP — DAY 2
Venue: Ga Mashie Arena, Trust Sports Emporium
The National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship enters Day Two today at the Ga Mashie Arena, as the battle to identify and select boxers for the reconstitution of Ghana’s national teams — the Black Bombers and Black Rockets — continues to gather momentum.
Following an intense and well-attended opening day yesterday, the tournament has already demonstrated the depth of boxing talent emerging from across the country.
As reported in earlier coverage, Day One featured over 60 preliminary bouts, with fierce competition setting the stage for the quarterfinals and semifinals now in progress.
Previous reports also underscored the growing participation of young athletes, improved organization, and the vibrant atmosphere inside the arena — factors that contributed to an exciting and memorable experience for fans. Spectators praised both the competitiveness of the contests and the opportunity to witness rising talents performing on a national platform.
Bouts resume today at 12:00 noon, with supporters returning in anticipation of even higher stakes as boxers now fight for coveted places in the finals.
The championship continues to affirm Bukom’s status as the heartbeat of Ghanaian boxing, while reinforcing the tournament’s crucial role in producing the nation’s next generation of national and international stars.
Compiled by: Sarah Lotus Asare & Charles Jojo Ephson
GBF Media
2026 National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship Begins Today
The 2026 National Individual Amateur Boxing Championship officially gets underway today at the iconic Bukom Boxing Arena, as Ghana’s finest elite amateur boxers step into the ring with one clear mission: earning selection into the national team, the Black Bombers.
The championship opened at the Gamashie Indoor Arena within the Trust Sports Emporium in Accra — home to the Bukom Boxing Arena — and will run through Sunday, showcasing the country’s top talent in a high-stakes competition that will shape Ghana’s next generation of international representatives.
Boxing remains Ghana’s most consistent medal-winning sport on the global stage, accounting for four of the nation’s five Olympic medals (80%) and 35 of Ghana’s 62 Commonwealth Games medals (over 60%), cementing its status as the country’s leading prospect for future podium success.
Record Entry Highlights Growing Depth
This year’s championship has attracted a remarkable 145 boxers, reflecting the increasing competitiveness and depth of amateur boxing nationwide. With selectors closely monitoring performances across all weight categories, the tournament serves as a crucial pathway to the Black Bombers.
Championship Statistics
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Total participants: 145
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Featherweight division: 25 boxers (highest entry)
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Heavyweight division: 1 boxer (lowest entry)
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Redraws: 14 bouts affected due to weight and technical adjustments
Regional Representation
Competitors have arrived from eight of Ghana’s sixteen regions, with participation heavily concentrated in the capital.
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Greater Accra: 122
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Ashanti Region: 5
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Upper West Region: 5
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Northern Region (Tamale): 5
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Central Region: 4
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Volta Region: 3
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North Tongu: 1
The championship also features athletes from Ghana’s security services, including the Army and Prisons Service, highlighting boxing’s enduring connection to discipline and national service.
Club Strength and Key Contenders
Greater Accra leads club participation with 12 active boxing clubs represented. Among the strongest squads expected to make a major impact are:
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Wisdom Boxing Gym
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Black Panthers Boxing Foundation
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Seaview Boxing Gym
These clubs have fielded sizeable teams and are tipped to be influential forces as the tournament progresses.
Boxers to Watch
Several decorated amateurs are expected to headline the action this week:
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Amadu Mohammed (Bantamweight) — 2023 Africa Games Gold Medalist
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Mathias Ashitey (Featherweight) — Africa Youth Gold Medalist and 2025 SWAG Boxer of the Year
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Desmond Pappoe — Boxing Ghana Amateur Boxer of the Year
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Abdul Wahid Omar — Two-time Commonwealth Games Bronze Medalist
GBF President Calls for Fair Play and Enhanced Security
Speaking to the media ahead of the tournament, Ghana Boxing Federation President Alhaji Dauda Fuseini emphasized the importance of fairness, integrity, and professionalism throughout the championship.
He urged referees, judges, and technical officials to remain impartial and ensure bouts are decided strictly on merit, noting that credibility is essential to the growth of amateur boxing in Ghana.
Fuseini also revealed that the newly constituted boxing board has introduced enhanced security measures at the Bukom Boxing Arena to curb misconduct and ensure a safer environment for boxers, officials, and fans.
As the championship unfolds over the coming days, Bukom once again becomes the heartbeat of Ghanaian boxing — where national pride, opportunity, and future international glory are all on the line.
Compiled by: Charles Jojo Ephson
GBF Media