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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn a press statement issued from its headquarters in Accra, the Trust Sports Emporium clarified that while the fatal bout took place at its facility, the event was organized by Imax Boxing Promotions, not the Emporium itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDespite these precautions, we are deeply saddened by this tragic outcome,\u201d the statement read. \u201cThe Trust Sports Emporium is always committed to ensuring that all events held at any of its facilities take place under safe conditions.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The presence of medical personnel and emergency transport, however, was not enough to save Olanrewagu, who reportedly suffered a collapse mid-fight against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Though the exact cause of death remains under investigation, the loss has reignited discussions about the inherent risks of the sport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In response to the incident, the Emporium announced the indefinite postponement of its Amateur Boxing League, originally slated to begin soon, until \u201call the major issues arising from the death of the boxer have been duly addressed.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This decision underscores the gravity of the situation and signals a period of reflection and review for the organization as it collaborates with relevant authorities and stakeholders to assess what went wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The statement concluded with a heartfelt message of condolence:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe wish to extend our deepest sympathy once again to the family of the boxer and the boxing fraternity as a whole.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Trust Sports Emporium\u2019s management refrained from speculating on the circumstances of Olanrewagu\u2019s death, leaving such details to official inquiries likely to be led by the Ghana Boxing Authority and medical experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Olanrewaju, known in the ring as \u201cSuccess,\u201d was a celebrated figure in Nigerian boxing, having once held the National and West African light-heavyweight titles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From Sammy Heywood Okine<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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