Tragic Death of Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju During Match
Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, a Nigerian boxer, died during a match in Ghana on October 6. He lost consciousness in the third round and was later pronounced dead after being transported to a hospital. The Boxing Federation of Nigeria expressed condolences and support for his family.
Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju, a professional boxer from Nigeria, tragically passed away during a match on October 6 in Ghana. Olanrewaju, who was ranked first in his weight category at the time, lost consciousness in the third round while competing against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra.
Following the incident, the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) confirmed his death, stating that he was immediately administered first aid before being urgently transported to the Korle-Bu teaching hospital, where he was pronounced dead 30 minutes after his arrival.
Remi Aboderin, the secretary-general of the Boxing Federation of Nigeria, expressed deep sorrow over the event, describing Olanrewaju as a fearless fighter who died in the ring. He stated, “Indeed, we are devastated. [This is] something we never anticipated would happen. We will fulfill our obligations to support the family.”
At the time of his passing, Oluwasegun had a professional record of 23 fights, winning 13 and losing 8 before facing Mbanugu.
The untimely death of Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju highlights the inherent risks associated with professional boxing. Despite being a ranked contender, he succumbed to the dangers of the sport during a competitive match. The boxing community mourns his passing, and his family will receive support from the Nigerian boxing federation.
Original Source: www.bbc.com
