John Abaja Laryea, the new IBF Continental Africa Featherweight Champion has been given full recognition as the new champion by the International Boxing Federation (IBF).

Laryea who defeated Holy Dorgbetor in an exciting action packed bout at the University of Ghana, Legon Stadium on December 20, 2025 under Sharaf Mahama’s Legacy Rise Sports is now a triple champion after winning the WBO Africa two times and now added the IBF.

His manager, Mr. Sammy Anim Addo is very happy with the news release from the IBF which read…

The IBF is honored to officially recognize you as the IBF Continental Africa Featherweight Champion. Your win over Holy Dorgbetor on December 20, 2025, in Accra, Ghana proves to the world you are a true champion.

We commend you for acquiring this great accolade and know you will represent the IBF with great honor, distinction, and integrity.

When the time comes, we will contact you regarding future mandatory defenses.

The letter was signed by Carlos Ortiz, Jr., Vice - Championships Chairman, International Boxing Federation

It was copied to: Daryl Peoples, George Martinez and Ben Keilty

Source Sammy Heywood Okine