Legendary Nigerian boxer collapses, dies during match in Ghana
Former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, has died after collapsing during a boxing match in Ghana on Saturday.
Olanrewaju lost consciousness while facing Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at Bukom Boxing Arena.
The deceased was reportedly leading on points before the tragic incident occurred.
The boxing community has been thrown into mourning following his sudden death.
Olanrewaju, a respected figure in Nigerian boxing, previously held both National and West African light-heavyweight titles.
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His contributions to the sport in Nigeria and across West Africa have been widely acknowledged, with colleagues and fans paying tribute to his legacy.
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