Theophilus Nii Kpakpo Allotey aka ‘Theo Lopez’ who dethroned Daniel Gorsh aka ‘The Emperor’ in the exciting Bantamweight clash for the WBO Africa title on the Battle of the Beasts Bill has received his title belt on Tuesday September 16 at the office of the WBO Africa Representative, Mr. Samir Captan.

Mr. Captan, a former President of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) who presented the belt congratulated and commended him for his splendid performance at the Bukom Boxing Arena.

He advised him to train very hard as he gets nearer to the main titles. “You must be disciplined and listen to your head coach all the time, you must sleep early to get enough rest after training and be prayerful, that’s my advise, well done” he said.

Mr. Captan who managed former WBC world champion, Azumah Nelson and 43 other boxers said becoming a champion is a difference story, so he should not rest on his oars, but be focused and target the goal of becoming a world champion. He blessed him with some motivational spiritual messages and cautioned him against ladies and bad company.

Undefeated Allotey who holds the Ghana National and UBO Africa Super Flyweight titles thanked Mr. Captan and promised to abide by his advise.

Present were Coach Ofori Asare, Manager Sarah Lotus Asare, Coach Eben of Wisdom Gym, Nene Tohtime, and representatives of the WBO Africa in Ghana.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Homowo Ampe Competition 2025 comes up at the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday. September 20, 2025.

The event is organised by the Women Sports Association of Ghana  (WOSPAG) led by Mrs. Joyce Mahama.

She said this year's programme will be very exciting as the game has improved.

She noted that WOSPAG is still pushing for Ampe to be accepted as an international traditional sport.

"Other African countries play a similar game with different names.but we are focusing for Ampe to be the name for the sport" she expressed.

The programme will attract students from some selected schools, fun clubs and keep fit organisations.

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Ace ring official Derrick Macaire was in Togo over the weekend to train officials in Muay Thai and MMA.

Some of the countries that participated are Togo, Benin, Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast.

According to Derrick the programme involved both theory and practical sessions.

He commended the participants for their cooperation during the sessions.

The program was organized be Pitbull gym in Lome in collaboration with the Muay Thai and the Sports Council in Togo. Started at 8am and ended at 4pm on Saturday. There were 4 sessions. The first 2 sessions was a theoretical class, the third a practical class and the fourth was based on evaluation. 20 participants attended this program from Burkina Faso, Benin, Ivory Coast and Togo.

Lead trainer Derrick Macaire from Ghana waa assisted by: Coulibaly Kouassi from Ivory Coast

Macaire is one of Africa's best referees in Combat Sports such as Boxing, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA and UFC. He appealed for more sponsorship in fight sports.

Ghana will be hosting the Global Warriors Championship on September 19 at the Bukom Boxing Arena.

Derrick Macaire is one of the top referees to officiate.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Naa Sei Okropong 1 and other newly enstooled elders of the Nii Mensah Kanlow We of the Asere Division in Accra were outdoored and introduced at a colorful ceremony at Bukom last Sunday.

The elders include Nii Shipi Olotei Odum Kwaku 1, Asafoanye Ayeley Blinkan and Asafoanye Ayikai Dade.

They were all delighted during the ceremony and pledged to protect their people.

Naa Okropong, the 68 years old former sports advocate who is also known as Madam Gloria Commodore said the people need to be educated more and transformed.

"We need to inculcate education and discipline in the youth who are the future leaders" the Sei Nye of Nii Mensah Kanlow said.

The President of Women In Sports Association (WISA) said sanitation and cleaning must be part of the duties of the people in making the environment friendly and healthy.

Nii Shipi Olotei Odum Kwaku 1 also noted that development is always on his mind as he wants to support in the development of their lands and people.

He thanked all the young people who came to support him during the ceremony.

He noted that discipline is very important and commended his people for showing love and loyalty.

"We need to live in unity and peace to be able to develop, so my short message to the people is peace and love for development" he stressed.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Africa's Voice To Be Heard At IPC Governing Board Elections

Accra, Ghana – September 2025 – The African Paralympic family is preparing to take an active, united stand in shaping the future of global para sport as the countdown begins to the 22nd International Paralympic Committee (IPC) General Assembly in Seoul, South Korea. On Saturday, 27 September 2025, elections will be held for the IPC Governing Board, a pivotal moment that will determine the direction of the movement for years to come.

Africa’s Voice, Africa’s Vision

Ahead of the elections, the African Paralympic Committee (AfPC), under the leadership of its President, Samson Deen, will host a virtual engagement session on Tuesday, 16 September 2025. This session will provide an unprecedented opportunity for African National Paralympic Committees (NPCs), the media, and sports stakeholders to directly engage with the two confirmed candidates for IPC President – Bae Dong Hyun and Andrew Parsons.

President Deen will anchor the dialogue, ensuring that the questions raised reflect the continent’s urgent needs and aspirations. “Africa will support a leader that speaks our language and delivers on promises that uplift our region,” Deen emphasized. “We will fact-check every commitment because the future of African para athletes depends on it.”

A Call for Inclusion and Practical Support

For too long, African athletes have been forced to travel thousands of miles to Europe, Asia, and the Americas in order to qualify for international competitions – often at enormous financial cost. The AfPC and its member committees are now calling for programs that:

• Expand qualification opportunities within Africa, reducing the need for costly travel.
• Build inclusive systems that empower athletes with disabilities across all regions of the continent.
• Strengthen regional competitions, ensuring African athletes can showcase their talent on home soil.

Deen stressed that African governments, NPCs, and stakeholders are not asking for charity but for fairness, partnership, and recognition. “Unity and inclusion are not optional—they are the foundation of a stronger Paralympic Movement. Africa is ready to do its part, but we need leaders who believe in our potential,” he said.

African Conference in Seoul

In the final hours before the election, President Deen will convene an African Conference in Seoul on 26 September 2025, the eve of the IPC Congress. This strategic meeting will ensure that the African bloc goes into the vote aligned, informed, and united in purpose.

One Continent, One Voice

As Africa prepares for these decisive moments, the message from the AfPC is clear: the continent seeks a future where para athletes can dream, train, and succeed without barriers of geography, cost, or exclusion. By demanding accountability and supporting leaders who share this vision, Africa is stepping forward with confidence, courage, and unity.

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Pix... Africa Paralympic Committee (APC) President-Samson Deen, International Paralympic Committee (IPC) President - Andrew George Parsons  and Mr. Bae Dong

Boxing fans sit in rain to watch as Baubali bows to the beast, Dickson

Ghanaian boxing fans sat in the drizzling in the early hours of Saturday to watch Jacob 'The Beast' Dickson, a former National Cruiserweight Champion destroy big mouth Ernest Akushey aka Baubali in an interesting boxing match dubbed Monaco, the night to prove at the Bukom Boxing Arena.

After the massive hype at densely populated places like Gbese, Bukom and Chorkor, the bout live up to its billing with both boxers dishing out a good performance and the fans cheered their idols .

Bronx Boxing Club presented most of the boxers featured by SEM Promotions with Hafiz Damba,  Abubakar Kamoko aka Ambitious Tilapia, Solomon Sampson. John 'Expensive' Laryea and Daniel Gorsh (The Emperor) registering sweet knock out victories.

Prisons officer Musah Lawson had to sweat before winning against Patrick Cudjoe of the Wisdom Boxing Gym for the National Super Welterweight title.

Kevin Abraham Carter of Fit Trip Gym also showed some skills and power to win by knockout.

Joseph Sackey also won to make his church members and family happy.

The13 bouts bill plus amateur and juvenile fights laced with entertainment was marvellous as Awel One Rasta, Tinku and the Sexy Ladies raised temperatures at the Arena.

Promoter Lord Eddie Coleman had great ideas to entertain boxing lovers however he needs to improve upon his act so that we can rate him in the ranks of Legacy Rise Sports. Bishop Promotions and Box Office.

The fight was well attended, but corporate Ghana must come in to support and sponsor because the people love the game, but

Sports Education and Management (SEM) Promotions cannot do it alone. They need assistance to organise better programmes.

They have to work on time management and strategic planning.

In general they tried and fans will look out for their next bill.

The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) deserve some commendation for ensuring strict adhering to protocols and effective but friendly security by the Military Police.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The African Paralympic Committee (AfPC) has announced a groundbreaking virtual engagement with the two confirmed candidates for the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Presidency. The special dialogue, scheduled for Tuesday, 16th September 2025, at 14:00 GMT (Accra), is set to give Africa’s para-sport leaders a direct voice in shaping the future of the Paralympic Movement.

The candidates, Mr. Bae Dong Hyun (10:00 AM Accra time) and President Andrew George Parsons (12:00 PM Accra time), will each present their vision and respond to questions from African National Paralympic Committees (NPCs). The structured format ensures transparency, inclusivity, and meaningful exchange, with the entire process expected to last three hours.

AfPC President Mr. Samson Deen emphasized the importance of this moment:

“This is Africa’s moment to listen, engage, and assert our vision for the future of para-sport. I urge every African NPC to be present and contribute to these critical conversations with the IPC presidential candidates.”

The AfPC is strongly encouraging all NPC Presidents, Secretaries-General, and representatives across the continent to participate. Their active involvement will demonstrate Africa’s unity, amplify its influence, and reinforce the continent’s determination to advance inclusion, equity, and growth in global para-sport.

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William Adom Nortey who displayed against ace rap star, Reggie Rockstone in a Mixed Martial Arts  (MMA) show says he is coming to the Bukom Boxing Arena on Friday September 19 to give fight fans another good show.

Speaking to Yours Truly in an exclusive interview he said MMA is the next big thing to happen to Ghana Sports and urged all fans to watch out and patronise the event.

The Global Warrior Championship next big fight is at the Bukom Boxing Arena and it is expected to be bigger and better.

According to Nortey who is fighting a Nigerian this time. MMA is safer than boxing that is why he is practising it, and hopes to take MMA to bigger places.

He thanked Jeff Taylor and the Ghana Mixed Martial Arts Federation for the support and opportunity.

"Because of MMA  now am popular and famous, he just give me money in town due to my performance.

Meanwhile preparations are underway for another fantastic show.

After the last event by Global Warrior,  it has opened the eyes of many people who now want to contribute.

Friday September 19 is another opportunity and the main bout is a Middleweight battle between Ghana's Emmanuel Lamptey and Ben Bazi of Nigeria.

However there would be other entertaining frays between tough fighters from Nigeria,  Cote d Voire and other countries.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Bernard Abbey aka 'Kenya' has challenged Alfred 'ShowTime' Lamptey, former WBC Youth Featherweight Champion to a Lightweight contest.

Speaking on his social media platform, Abbey  said he has admired Lamptey for a long time but now he wants to meet him in the ring and beat him because this is his time and era.

According to Abbey who is managed by Shiatse Management and Promotions he wants to offer Lamptey and fight fans something sweet because nobody knows what he can do, and he now wants to do it.

"I am ready, Lamptey can take all the money on the table but I will beat him" he said

He met Lamptey and told him in the face, but the former SWAG Award winner did not consider him serious and replied that he was moving forward and focused on bigger things.

"My name is ShowTime so I don't waste time on someone who doesn't have the boxing eye, am moving on, he is not rated in the high ranks, i believe he wants some hype" Lamptey stated.

However, the fight has generated public interest and supporters of both boxers have expressed interest in getting it done because boxing is what they do.

Alfred Lamptey (15-1-0) has held multiple titles and fought in countries like UAE and South Africa. He is managed by Alex Ntiamoah Boakye's Box Office and coached by Eben Adjei at the Black Panthers Gym.

Abbey (6-1-0) who was defeated in Georgia by their Olympic medalist believes he has gained the confidence and exposure to face a popular opponent. He trains steadily under Coach Augustus Dodoo.

Meanwhile, latest news is that Joseph Commey, the new National Lightweight Champion who is a gym mate of Lamptey has also called Abbey saying he has to face him before calling his senior, since Samuel Takyi is delaying.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

President of the Ghana Football Association,  Kurt Okraku aka The Game Changer has commended telecom giant, MTN for their timely intervention to motivate the senior national team ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

According to Okraku the $2 million support for the Black Stars and other national teams has really inspired the players to give off their best to make it to the next World Cup to be hosted by USA, Mexico and Canada.

Other national teams benefiting from MTN are the Black Queens, Black Satellites and Black Starlets.

Mr. Kurt Okraku did not leave out others like KGL Foundation, Lele Rice, 5 Star, Goil and others who also support the Black Stars.

He said their support has gone a very long way to inspire the players, technical staff and management to navigate their ways to ensure a  smooth path to their goals.

Football has become very expensive and it needs great support from not only FIFA,  government and the FA, but corporate support.

The teams also need moral and spiritual protection and support.

The GFA President gave special thumbs up to all Ghanaians for the massive support that backed the Black Stars to pip Mali and he is very optimistic that they will win their last two games for a smooth qualification.

Ghana has participated in the FIFA World Cup since 2006 where they made it to the second round.

In 2010 in South Africa, the Black Stars reached the Quarter Finals. They were also in Brazil for the 2014 edition but was a fiasco as they did not impress, just like Qatar 2022 after missing Russia 2018.

For the 2026 edition,  it is serving like an eye opener because they have been at the tournament before and felt the competition, so they must know what to do right and best to be among the best four or go to the final and win.

With lucky Goalkeeper Benjamin Asare guarding the posts, the Black Stars are safe, however they need aggressive tackling defenders, creative dribbling and strong midfielders and forwards who can run and score goals.

Ghana is the eye and hope of Africa and the Stars must deliver.

Already, Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt have made it and it would be ideal for Africa to have a strong representation that is capable of winning the World Cup.

By Sammy Heywood Okine