The National Sports Authority (NSA) has extended the mandate of the Executive Board of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) by 30 days, as part of efforts to implement key reforms following the tragic death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju.
Oluwasegun died on 29 March 2025 after a professional bout in Accra, prompting the government to launch a Ministerial Committee to investigate the incident and propose sweeping safety and administrative changes to improve boxing governance in the country.
In a statement, the NSA reaffirmed its commitment to fully implementing the Committee’s recommendations. It described the extension as a short-term measure “to avoid a vacuum in the administration of the GBA” while preparations are made to establish an Interim Management Committee (IMC) that will oversee reforms.
“In the circumstances, the mandate of the Executive Board of the GBA is hereby extended for a period of 30 days from 19th July 2025 to 19th August 2025,” the statement said.
The Authority also assured stakeholders of its full collaboration with the GBA and the wider boxing community to enhance safety standards and protect the integrity of the sport in Ghana.
“The NSA is ready to work hand in hand with the GBA in ensuring the recommendations are fully implemented to improve and safeguard boxing,” the statement concluded.
The move comes amid calls from fans, athletes, and stakeholders for stronger regulations and improved medical protocols to prevent further tragedies in the sport.
