Ghana Boxing Stakeholders have demanded for copies of the report on the recommendations of the seven member Ministerial Committee set up to investigate the death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwsegun Olanrewaju.

At the recent Extraordinary Congress held at The Gym, Dr. Ofori Asare former President of the United Boxing Coaches Association of Ghana asked why stakeholders and the Ghana Boxing Authority have not received copies of the report which will guide them in implementing the reforms of resetting Ghana Boxing.

He said talking and going up and down from the NSA office and coming to the Extraordinary Congress as well as going back to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation will not reach anywhere if the stakeholders do not see the report.

He said everything stakeholder agrees that there should be some ammendments to their Constitution and filling of gaps on the board.

He supported the idea of making Accra a hub of world boxing as it will ginger tourists to visit Ghana and it will help local boxers.

The major stakeholders in Ghana Boxing made up of the Boxers, Coaches, Managers, Promoters, Matchmakers, Ring Officials and Media supported that the GBA must be given a copy of the report.

Meanwhile, the stakeholders have appealed to the National Sports Authority to extend the mandate of the current board to three months..

By Sammy Heywood Okine

4 boxers of the national youth team, Black Rockets led by head trainer, Charles Quartey depart Accra with Team Ghana to participate at the 2025 African Schools Championships in Algeria

The four young boxers will represent Ghana in boxing at the upcoming African Schools Championship.  They had to fly out ahead of Team Ghana to Algeria on Tuesday.

They are Richardson Ofori - light flyweight 48Kg, William Laryea  - flyweight 50Kg, Abdul Rahman Ablorh - lightweight 60Kg, and Henry Owusu - welterweight 66Kg.

Coaches Charles Quartey and Joseph Martey are handling the team.

The Maiden African School Games will be held in Algeria from July 26 to August 5, 2025, in the cities of Constantine, Sétif, Skikda, and Annaba. The games are expected to feature 44 participating countries and around 2,456 athletes, with the possibility of more countries and athletes joining before the registration deadline. The event is under the patronage of the Algerian Head of State, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, and aims to foster the development of young African athletes through sports.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Led by John Wesley Lawson who is the CEO, MPT Foundation GH Promotions is the latest to add up to the growing number of promotional outfits in Ghana.

MPT Foundation will be outdoored on Sunday July 27 at the Infinity Entertainment Centre in Accra.

MPT Boxing is founded on the core principles of nurturing healthy and professional boxing practices among young talents. Their initiative is devoted to cultivating an environment that not only enhances athletic performance but also fosters high standards of morality and respect for the individual and life itself.

They also focus on comprehensive training programmes holistic development and ethical conduct both in and outside the ring.

Their vision is to inspire young boxers to pursue excellence by providing them with world class training facilities, access in respect to expert coaching and a platform to showcase their talent skills at a competitive level.

MPT Promotions believe that a well structured approach to the sport can contribute significantly to developing athletes who will exhibit not only technical prowess but also exemplary character.

By Sammy Heywood Okine                  

Mrs. Winifred Seibu Arthur, Headmistress of Mamfe Methodist Girls Senior High School has sent goodwill and success messages to the Black Queens as they play in the semi-finals of the 2024 African Women's Football Championship in Morocco today.

The Black Queens of Ghana play host nation Morocco in a crucial match which is very important to both countries.

According to Mrs. Winifred Siebu, they can do it because they are capable.

She noted that in the same way as her students went to Kimberley to conquer and raked the medals,  the Queens will also make it.

She advised them to be focused and concentrate on the Ultimate goal which is to win the cup.

"You can do it, we are solidly behind you. All girls and women as well as the men are with you, no fear, just go to the stadium and enjoy yourself" she expressed.

The Queens who are ranked 6th on the continent are in the best four and victory will place them very high.

Meanwhile Mr. Emmanuel Olla Williams aka the GASMan, CEO of Dreamland Sports Plus and One on One Foundation also sent his message for the Black Queens to score and make Ghanaians happy.

Williams is also President of Ghana Tug of War Association.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

On Saturday, 2nd August Ghana Tug of War Association (GHATOWA) in collaboration with Ghana Education Service (GES) will honor sports girls and boys for making Ghana proud at the 2024 and 2025 Africa Tug of War championship in Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) and South Africa (Kimberley) respectively where Akroso Sectech won bronze and Mamfe Methodist Girls won two silvers and three bronze.

Mr. Emmanuel Olla Williams, President of Ghana Tug of War Association said they will also honor some organisations and individuals for continuously supporting schools sports especially Tug of War (Strength Challenge or Pull Contest). They include 10 Companies, 10 Cooperate Personalities, 5 Stakeholders, 5 Media Houses, 10 Media Personalities and 10 Heads of SHS(s).

“Come and have an experience with the ROPE as 20 SHS (s) battle for bragging rights on who to represent Ghana next year at the Africa Championship 2026. It’s a victory pull, it’s a festival of strength and it’s time to select schools to represent Ghana. Let’s join over 20 senior high  schools with over 15,000 spectators as the rope will be stretched and pulled to decide who leads Ghana to Africa next year on Saturday, 2nd August* at Mamfe Methodist Girls SHS from 9am to 4:00pm” he said.

By Sammy Heywood Okine                                                                    

Nana Tuffour Okai aka Bboy Lyricx, President of the Breaking Federation of Ghana and Africa Breaking Academy officially launched the maiden edition of Root of the Culture - a groundbreaking photo exhibition and video documentary in Africa on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the Nima-Maamobi Community Learning Center, a hub of creativity and inspiration.

The premiere offered a powerful visual and narrative journey into Bboy Lyricx’s path toward developing the Afro Break concept - a fusion of African cultural identity and the global breakdance movement.

Through striking imagery and a heartfelt documentary, attendees were taken through the milestones, struggles, and triumphs that shaped both his personal evolution and the wider vision of Afro Break Concept.

Dignitaries from the French Embassy, KGL Foundation, and the local district assembly were in attendance, alongside a vibrant community of dancers, creatives, and youth.

The event marked a significant moment in Ghana’s dance landscape, with many highlighting it as the first time a dancer had used both visual art and documentary film to share their journey in this format.

The Photo gallery exhibition offered more than just aesthetics - it sparked dialogue around breaking as a sport and Hiphop culture, particularly as it gears up for the global stage through the Olympics.

For many in attendance, especially young dancers, the event was not only informative but deeply inspiring. The combination of storytelling, photography, and film emphasized the importance of documenting cultural innovation and the personal journeys behind them.

Attendees left feeling empowered, with many expressing renewed motivation to pursue their own creative paths and contribute to Ghana’s growing dance and arts scene.

The success of Root of the Culture sets a new benchmark for artistic expression in the breaking community and showcases the power of dance as both a cultural and professional pursuit.

Source Nana Tuffour Okai

Abdul Rasheed Saminu has blazed to a new NATIONAL RECORD in the 100m with a 9.84s run at the Last Chance Qualifier in Georgia, USA over the weekend .

That’s the joint 3rd fastest time in the world this year behind ???????? Kishane Thompson (9.75) and ???????? Oblique Seville (9.83).

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Mr. James Thompson, organizer of the Willie Williams Athletics Championship has congratulated Rasheed Saminu for breaking the national 100m record twice this year. Rasheed Saminu won the 100m in the 2022 edition of the Willie Williams Athletics Championship held at the university of Ghana stadium in Legon.

James Thompson Ansumah aka Bakayano said the Willie Williams Athletics has produced many champion athletes for Ghana, notable among the are Benjamin Azamati who won the first edition in 2018, Solomon Hammond, winner of the 2019 edition, Rasheed Saminu won the 2022 edition and James Dadzie was the first runner up, all of are olympians and based in the US. James Thompson said it is time the government of Ghana support the Willie Williams Athletics financially to be able to produce more athletes for the country.

He said government should assist the athletics federation, Ghana Athletics to organize many competitions for the country to help the athletes improve upon their performances. James Thompson is also the organizer of the Tizza football gala and athletics, he also called on corporate bodies to sponsor individuals who are helping in their own small ways to organize competitions for the the athletes, the federation cannot do it alone.

From Sammy Heywood Okine

Bronya Boxing Africa Foundation will organise a boxing show at the Bukom Park in Accra on 2nd August.

Bronya Boxing Africa Foundation and Mubarak's Safebox Boxing Promotions will stage a super fight night dubbed 'Operation Giving Back to the Community Fight Night at the Bukom Park as part of the Homowo Festival celebrations and promotion of sports tourism in Ghana.

Boxers who will feature at the professional, amateur and juvenile levels on the night will be presented with special boxing kits and equipment.

According to enterprising hardworking matchmaker and promoter, Mubarak Nanor it is going to be an exciting experience and urged young boxers to report .He hinted that boxers who show up will be rewarded handsomely.

Joe Bronya the founder of Bronya Boxing Africa Foundation is back to motivate and inspire young boxers.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The National Armwrestling Team, the Golden Arms were in high spirits and excellent morale before leaving the shores of Ghana for the 2025 edition of the African Championship in Abuja, Nigeria.

At the media workout held at the Ghana Police Headquarters in Accra, Grace Mintah, a senior armwrestler and world champion was optimistic that Ghana will reign high again, and even do better than previous competitors.

Edward Yamoah Asamoah, Captain of the team said they are going for the ultimate and he expressed gratitude to companies that have supported them.

Technical Director of the team, Mr. Hussein Addy told Yours Truly in an exclusive interview before departure that all the 27 athletes and four coaches are in good form and perfect condition to perform.

"As you can see, all the athletes, both males and females are eager to go and bring something home. We are really focused as our destination is beyond Abuja. Our target is gold but we will not leave silver and bronze there to come back empty,  we are going to win everything to prove that we are the best on the continent and also make our country, sponsors and president proud" he said.

Hussein Akwetey Addy who is a Technical Official hinted that some Ghanaians will officiate at the competition.

Mr. Charles Osei Asibey, President of the Africa Armwrestling Confederation as well as Ghana Armwrestling Federation said Ghana is presenting a strong side with some debutants who are going to surprise contestants.

He thanked sponsors and partners like the National Lotteries, Ghana Tourism Authority, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation OmniBSIC and the security agencies.

Meanwhile, GLICO has awarded a personal and travel insurance package worth 100,000ghc to the Golden Arms.

Mr. Ben Avickson, Ag Chief Sales Officer of GLICO said the package should inspire the athletes to do their best and retain the trophy as the best on the continent of Africa.

ASP Bernice Timbilla, head of the Sports Directorate of Ghana Police said some Police personnel will feature and she believes they will excel. She urged Ghanaians to remember the Golden Arms in their prayers though they have trained very well.

By Sammy Heywood Okine