Kofi Adams mourns passing of Nigerian boxer 

Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, expressed condolences to the boxing community. This follows the tragic death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju in Ghana.

Gabriel died after a light-heavyweight match against Jon Mbanugu at Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra. In a press release on March 31, 2025, Adams shared his heartfelt sympathies. He represented the Ministry of Sports and Recreation and the Government of Ghana.

Adams described Gabriel as a talented athlete with great courage. He called Gabriel's untimely death an irreplaceable loss for boxing.

“We empathise with the Nigeria Boxing Board of Control (NBBC) and the global boxing community,” Adams stated. He noted that Gabriel’s passing highlights the unpredictable nature of boxing.

While waiting for an official medical report, Adams promised full cooperation with the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA). He emphasized improving athlete safety to prevent future incidents.

The Minister extended thoughts and prayers to Gabriel’s family, friends, and colleagues during this tough time. He urged the global boxing community to honor Gabriel’s legacy and protect athletes' wellbeing.

Adams concluded by saying, “May Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju’s soul rest in perfect peace.”