The boxing world is mourning the tragic loss of former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, who collapsed in the ring during a fight in Ghana on Saturday.
Olanrewaju was competing against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at Bukom Boxing Arena when he suddenly lost consciousness.
Reports indicate that he was leading on points before the incident occurred.
A widely circulated video on social media captured the distressing moment he went down, leaving spectators and officials in shock.
Olanrewaju, a respected figure in Nigerian boxing, previously held both the National and West African light-heavyweight titles.
His contributions to the sport have been widely recognized, with tributes pouring in from fellow boxers, fans, and sports officials, all honoring his dedication and impact on boxing in Nigeria and beyond.
