Pride of Jamestown Boxing Club, Africanus Neequaye has been motivated ahead of the big test against Daniel 'High Tension' Quaye of the Bronx Gym on the Bishop Promotions bill scheduled for January 1, 2026 at the Bukom Boxing Arena.

Mr. Archiebald Nii Martei Armah, Proprietor of Prince De Henry Educational Complex at Lartebiokorshie in Accra has presented some kits and beverages to exciting boxer Africanus Neequaye to inspire him as he faces Daniel Quaye in a top challenge for the national super lightweight championship.

Mr.Archiebald Armah said he has confidence that Africa will surely win as he has prepared well and has very good trainers.

Africanus Neequaye, a product of Prince De Henry and Labone SHS is one of the young Boxers with potential who has been signed by Streetwise Boxing.

Victory against Quaye will really push him high to be attractive in his weight division.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Bishop Boxing Promotions is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Best of Bukom 2, set to take place on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2026, at the iconic Bukom Arena in Accra, Ghana.

“Join us as we kick off the new year with an electrifying night of boxing, showcasing the incredible talent from the heart of Bukom and beyond. This event promises to be a spectacular display of skill, strength, and sportsmanship, featuring both emerging and established fighters who are ready to make their mark in the ring” said the Promoter Dave Bishop, an American with deep love for Ghana said in an exclusive interview.

He noted that there would be thrilling matchups featuring top local and some international boxers in a vibrant atmosphere filled with energy and excitement as well as entertainment, food stalls, and more to celebrate the spirit of the New Year.

The weighin comes up at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Wednesday January 31 at 9am and would be followed by a Press Conference.

On the bill are exciting popular boxers from Bukom, Newly crowned Commonwealth Youth super flyweight champ, Michael 'Black Spider' Abban goes for the the WBA: World Boxing Association Pan Africa belt against Muhsin Kizota of Tanzania on BestOfBukom 2 presented by Bishop Boxing Promotions at the Bukom Boxing Arena on New Year's Day 2026.

The epic clash between undefeated Africanus Neequaye and Daniel 'High Tension' Quaye for the Ghana Boxing Authority super lightweight title will happen on New Year's Day next year as well as other exciting bouts.

The fight fans cannot miss is Henry Malm versus Isaac Commey as well as Haruna versus Larbie, which is the main bout. Joseph Commey will clash with southpaw Yakubu, and there is a super amateur clash between Mathias Ashitey and Caleb Mensah.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The Ring Warrior of Ghana Boxing, Samuel Takyi put up a remarkable performance on Monday evening on the Cabic Promotions Big Fight Night bill at the Idrowhyt Events Centre to stop Isaac Dowuona of the Bronx Gym.

Dowuona who started the bout fiercely and was rushing forward did not even taste the deadly punches of Takyi and decided to quit after just two rounds. He failed to report for round three after receiving a few accurate jabs and hooks.

After the bout Takyi who is in tip top form declared his readiness for Joseph 'Jaguar 'Commey the National Lightweight Champion.

He thanked all those who have supported him.

Takyi won bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and gold at the 2023 African Games.

Takyi (8-0) has since fought opponents in South Africa, Nigeria and trained in the United Kingdom.

He currently trains at the Wisdom Boxing Gym under Coach Dr. Ofori Asare.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

The December 2025 edition of the Cabic Big Fight Night comes off on Monday evening 29th December at the Idrowhyt Events Centre at Dansoman.

Tough and crack boxers on the bill include Kofi Dana, Emmanuel Mankatah,  Benjamin Lamptey,Michael Darko as well as the Top Liner between Samuel Dowuona the ‘Zongo Fire’ versus Olympic bronze medalist Samuel Takyi aka ‘Ring Warrior’

The rates are cool at 30ghc and 50ghc, while Idrowhyte Eventa Center offers fantastic forms of entertainment in drinks and food as well as swimming and body exercises.

According to aspiring Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) President Ivan Bruce Cudjoe, Ghana Boxing is back in a grand style and commended the IMC put in by the Ministry and National Sports Authority for their work done so far.

He promised to make 2026 and beyond great for boxers with the opportunity to fight for better purses.

“We will return to the Bukom Boxing Arena because our premise is becoming smaller due to the numbers that want to watch boxing”  he expressed.

He commended Sharaf Mahama and Legacy Rise Sports for their recent Showdown and hoped other promotions would join Ghanaian promotions to make more bigger shows.

He advised the boxers to put up good performances to attract biger bouta and bigger purses as there is huge money in boxing if it is organized well.

Supporting him, Mr. Ellis Quaye General Manager of Cabic Promotions noted that they believe in quality and want quality promotions, quality boxers and quality performance.

He hailed super lightweights,  Samuel Takyi and Dowuona for accepting to fight on their bill.

Other pairing are Kofi Dana versus Pascal Otchonou in a super weltwewight contest, Emmanuel Mankatah versus Hassan Kareen in a super featherweigh fray, Michael Daeko against Godwin Cudjoe in a Middleweight show, Emmanuel Quaye versus Boniface Kabore in a super welterweight contest, Benjamin Lamptey aka Daddy Lumba versus Elisha Nterbigma in a lightweight showdown, Michael Akramah tetteh aka DK Poison versus Razak Mohammed in a super welterweight contest and Anapimoore Junior versus Collinson Korley in another superwelterweight clash.

Edward Laryea is on the bill against Samuel Danso in a welterweight contest, while Isaac Kakraba faces Isaac Aryeetey in a super featherweight show. Also featuring is Haidar Al Birak and an opponent yet to be named.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

“Ghana has the talent, but talent alone cannot get us to the medal zone, we need full support, technically and morally and financially to get to our destination” said Elkanah Dodoo, a technical official of Ghana Judo.

According to Elkana Dodoo, Ghana Judo have the players who can perform.

"We recently sent four Players two men and two  women to Abidjan and they did very well. We have medal hopefuls like Evelyn Dzato-57, Isaac Williams-90kg. Elizabeth Oduro-73kg, Waheed Dodoo-100kg , they are all medal hopefuls so if we keep them well and organize training tours for them, they will improve and we can count on them for the Youth Olympic Games in 2026 and the main Olympic Games in 2028: he expressed.

He appealed for support from government and corporate Ghana to put Judo where they belong in Ghana Sports.

By Sammy Heywood Okine                          

World Rugby in collaboration with Gilbert has donated 200 rugby balls to Ghana Rugby, strengthening grassroots development and fueling the dreams of players across the country.

President of Ghana Rugby Rafatu Inusah said Ghana extend their heartfelt appreciation to World Rugby and Gilbert for their continued belief in Ghana Rugby and their commitment to the growth of the game at all levels.

“Our sincere thanks also go to all stakeholders whose dedication and support make progress like this possible” she stressed.

“Each ball represents opportunity, growth and belief in the future of rugby in Ghana. Together, we’re not just growing the game. We’re shaping the next generation” she added.

Ghana has recently hosted national teams and clubs at the Legon Rugby Stadium, and the interest in the game is growing.

Ghana Rugby was recently recognized and rewarded by Sports Excellence Awards, while their President Rafatu Inusah who is an executive board member of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) is seen as one of the most hardworking sports administrators

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Newly elected Vice President of the Ghana Boxing Federation, Nii Gonti Adjor 1 aka Nii Adama Addy gave delegates at the 2025 Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) Elections a nice treat to celebrate the sweet victory at The Gym.

This was after the delegates had left the stadium and drove in a convoy through the principal streets of Ga Mashie to display and introduce the newly elected Ghana Boxing Federation President to the public.

Nii Gonti 1 who was the only unopposed candidate at the much anticipated Elections commended the delegates and their supporters for behaving very well at the Elections.

His initial opponent Gordon Frimpong aka Osibor withdrew to support his vision of investing in the juvenile and youth.

According to Nii Gonti, Ghana Boxing needs to be moulded, packaged and presented positively on the international platform in a unique way for more medals and titles.

He noted that Ghana has talented boxers and officials to work on the international platform, but management and organising promotions are other keys.

Nii Gonti who is CEO of The Gym and Omashi Media as well as Chief of Atukpai in Accra acknowledged the importance of technology in sports and the effect of media technology.

He wished the new President well in health and wisdom and promised to offer total support.

Alhaji Dauda Fuseni, a sports administrator with deep affection for Combat Sports was on Saturday 27th December 2025 voted as new President of the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF).

He polled 85 votes against incumbent Bernard Quartey of the Ghana Immigration Service who got 25 votes.

He has promised to go by the pledge the new board made at the swearing in by the President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) Lawyers Richard Akpokavie and Mohammed Muniru. the Secretary General.

Also in attendance at the exciting and interesting Election which was held at the Media Centre of the Accra Sports Stadium were Bawa Fuseini, Deputy Secretary General of the GOC and Nana Adu Mankatah, President of Sports For All and GOC executive board member.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

Alhaji Dauda Fuseni has been elected as the new President of the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) at a peaceful but exciting elections held at the Media Centre of the Accra Sports Stadium on Saturday December 27. 2025.

He polled 85 votes to beat incumbent Bernard Quartey of Ghana Immigration Service who got 25 votes.

Nii Gonti Adjor 1 aka Nii Adama Addy was elected unopposed as the new First Vice President, while Solomon Otoo Lartey maintain his position as Second Vice President beat Naa Okailey.

Mustapha Nettey also retained his position as Treasurer with same large margin against his opponent.

Ms. Sarah Lotus Asare and George Lamptey got the nods to be elected as new executives board members.

They were immediately sworn into office by the President of the Ghana Olympic Committee, Richard Akpokavie Esq who advised the new leadership to unite the amateur boxing front and work hard to get good boxers to represent Ghana at the upcoming Youth Olympic Games in Senegal and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

He was accompanied by the Secretary General of the GOC, Mohammed Muniru, Nana Mankatah, Bawa Fuseini and Kamal Sulley all GOC Board members.

They congratulated the new GBF executives and welcomed them into office.

Alhaji Dauda Fuseni promised to work hard with all stakeholders to be accountable, transparent and fair in decisions taking.

Dauda who was the former Vice President noted that they have learnt a lot and hoped not to commit the mistakes of the former President.

He was carried shoulder high after the elections and paraded through some streets of Ga Mashie where boxing is a big venture of the people.

The new executives and supporters ended at The Gym where they poured champagne, fireworks and had refreshments.

The election was conducted and supervised by the Ghana Olympic Committee and Electoral Commission of Ghana.

By Sammy Heywood Okine

CEO of Engineers and Planners and Dzata Cement, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama shows love to Disabled Christian Fellowship and the Accra Rehabilitation Centre.  

The Engineers and Planners Corporate Ltd, under the able leadership of Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, a distinguished Philanthropist, and generous person of embodiment, on Wednesday 24th December, 2025, donated some items to the Disabled Christian Fellowship International, and  the Accra Rehabilitation Centre and other Persons with Disabilities.

The items include 100 bags of Rice, 20 cartons Exter Conbeef, 20 cartons of Mackerel and  20 cartons of Cooking oil.

Receiving the prestigious items on behalf of the group, the Executive Director of the Disabled Christian Fellowship International,  and immediate past, President of the Amputee Football Federation of Africa (AFFA), Mr. Francis Adjetey Sowah , expressed profound gratitude to the company, particularly, Mr. Ibrahim Mahama,  whose generosity is beyond measure .

He added, for him to remember persons with disabilities at the crucial period of joy and merry is commendable and should be emulated , more so because of their vulnerability.

Mr. Francis Adjetey Sowah, stated that , some of them, hardly gets these essential commodities to enjoy at the merry making moments of celebrations.

"For him giving us this impetus and tenacity of hope and sense of inclusivity  is something that will be written on the tablets of their  heart, and it is a reminiscent honour and privileged to be recognised" he expressed.

The presentation was done of behalf of Mr. Ibrahim Mahama, by Mr. Rafiq Mahama,  his Special Aide, who was delighted enthusiastically,  at the timing and promised that , the Company is strategically planning some phenomenal capacity building and innovative initiative for  the Disabled fraternity soon.

Present at the ceremony were Mr. Seth Dzidzornu, Centre Manager of the Accra Rehabilitation Centre, his management staff, Mr. Elvis Alipui,  Mr. James Borteye, of the Ghana Society of the Physically Disabled, and other members of the Disabled fraternity.

From Sammy Heywood Okine

Hon Alfred Kotey Ashie, MP for Odododiodoo Constituency in the Greater Accra Region is organising a Special Amateur and Juvenile Boxing Showdown at the famous Bukom Square Park to unearth talents for the National Boxing Teams.

It is dubbed 'The MPs Blow', and being organised in collaboration with the United Coaches Association of Ghana to celebrate the Boxing Day, December 26, 2025, starting from 7pm. All are invited.However due to other social activities at the park, the event has been reshwduled to January 2^nd, 2026.

In an exclusive interview with Hon. Kotey Ashie, he revealed that his constituency is the undisputed factory of Ghana Boxers; however every region or place can produce good boxers but Bukom is the center and prays that people should not bring politics or tribalism into boxing in particular and sports in general.

According to Hon. Ashie though the Greater Accra Region has produced most of the world champions for Ghana, they see themselves as Ghanaians first. He noted that the recent Freezy Macbones versus Jonathan Tetteh championship and fracas should not divide Ghanaians but rather unite and teach lessons, as the two boxers looked tired and should train on their stamina, while the promoters have raised the bar in quality shows organization.

He promised that boxers who perform exciting well would be rewarded with some fantastic Christmas presents,

He advised the young boxers to report on time and show discipline always.

Vice President of the Coaches Association, Carl Lokko said the new tournament is very good in the right direction as they do not have many events on their calenders as far as amateur boxing is concerned and commended the MP.

Meanwhile, Hon Ashie has also extended his warm greeting to the Ghana Boxing Federation as they go for elections on Saturday December 27 , 2025 and hopes that the best candidates would win to push Ghana Boxing forward as Africa hosts the next Youth Olympic Games in Senegal and the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA.

He congratulated the four young boxers who represented Ghana at the 2025 African Youth Games in Angola and all brought home medals.

By Sammy Heywood Okine