Popular Nigerian boxer dies during boxing match in Ghana

Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, a former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, has tragically passed away after suffering a fatal seizure, during a boxing match.

Olanrewaju, while competing against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League, held at the Bukom Boxing Arena, lost consciousness, which led to his death.

In the video that surfaced on social media, captured moments the boxer who’s ahead on points collapsed on stage.

His unexpected death threw the entire boxing community into deep mourning.

Olanrewaju was a highly regarded figure in Nigerian boxing, having previously held both the National and West African light-heavyweight titles.

His significant contributions to the sport in Nigeria and throughout West Africa have been widely recognized, with fellow boxers and fans honoring his legacy.