Popular Nigerian Boxer Dies During Fight In Ghana

Segun Olarewaju, former National and West African light-heavyweight champion has died after collapsing during a boxing match in Ghana.

Reports said that Olanrewaju collapsed while facing Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at Bukom Boxing Arena on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Olanrewaju was leading on points before he lost consciousness during the fight.

The boxing community has been thrown into mourning following his sudden death.

Olanrewaju previously held both National and West African light-heavyweight titles.

His contributions to the sport in Nigeria and across West Africa have been widely acknowledged, with colleagues and fans paying tribute to his legacy.