Former National and West African light-heavyweight champion, Segun ‘Success’ Olanrewaju, has passed away after collapsing during a boxing match in Ghana on Saturday.
Olanrewaju was in action against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League, held at the Bukom Boxing Arena, when he suddenly lost consciousness.
Reports indicated that he was ahead on points before the unfortunate incident occurred.
A video circulating on social media captures the moment he collapsed, sparking shock and grief within the boxing community.
Olanrewaju was a revered figure in Nigerian boxing, having once held both the National and West African light-heavyweight titles.
His impact on the sport across the region has been widely recognized, with fellow boxers, colleagues, and fans paying heartfelt tributes to his enduring legacy.
