Nigerian Boxer Gabriel Olanrewaju's Death Prompts Investigation into Fight Safety

The 40-year-old collapsed during a bout in Ghana, with conflicting accounts emerging over the fight's authorization and safety protocols under scrutiny.

Gabriel Oluwasegun Olanrewaju collapsed during the third round of a fight in Accra, Ghana, and was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to a hospital.
The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) has launched an investigation into the circumstances of his death, including the adequacy of medical and safety measures during the fight.
The Nigeria Boxing Board of Control (NBBC) disputes having approved the specific bout, which was arranged after Olanrewaju failed a weigh-in for a scheduled fight the day before.
Olanrewaju reportedly took the fight on short notice due to financial pressures, a decision criticized by his former coach for lack of preparation time.
The cause of death remains undetermined, with calls from the global boxing community for stricter safety protocols and oversight in professional boxing.