Abigail Quartey becomes Ghana’s first-ever female world boxing champion

… Wins WIBF World Title At Bukom Boxing Arena

Super Bantamweight boxer, Abigail Quartey (9-1-0)  on Sunday, November 24, 2024 wrote her name in the history books of Ghana and World Boxing when she became Ghana’s first-ever female world champion after defeating United Kingdom’s Sangeeta Birdie in a thrilling WIBF World Title bout at the Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra.

Abigail 28, dominated the ring and the rounds, winning by unanimous decision with all three judges scoring it 98-91.

According to boxing pundits, her victory is more than just a personal achievement; it’s a groundbreaking moment for Ghanaian boxing and a beacon of hope for young athletes across the nation.

“Relive the action, feel the energy, and celebrate our new queen of the ring! Abigail Quartey, the pride of Ghana, the champion of the world” said Nii Otoe Bruce Tagoe, the ace boxing photo journalist.

Prince Dornu – Leiku of Graphic Sports, an exciting boxing writer said it was a sweet victory as most Ghanaians lost titles to foreigners on the night staged by Box Office Promotions, known to be the best boxing promotions outfit in Ghana.

By Sammy Heywood Okine