By Seli Baisie
Sharaf Mahama, CEO of Legacy Rise Sports and son of President John Dramani Mahama, is set to host what organisers describe as the “biggest boxing event in recent times” at the Bukom Boxing Arena this Friday, 13 June 2025.
The ‘Battle of the Beasts’ Boxing Night event will feature ten high-stakes bouts, uniting Ghanaian talent with international contenders.
Key Highlights:
- Headline clash: Ghana’s own Jacob “The Beast” Dickson will face off against American Andrew Tabiti, with the WBC Africa Bridgerweight title on the line.
- Featured Bantamweight showdown: WBO Africa Bantamweight champion Daniel Selassie Gorsh goes toe-to-toe with veteran contender Theo Allotey aka “Lopez”, showcasing elite African boxing.
- Cruiserweight attraction: Haruna “Thunder” Mohammed will defend his national title in a fierce battle against Abdulai Ahmed.
- Rising knockout artist: Abubakar Kamoko, popularly known as Bukom Tilapia and son of Ghana boxing icon Bukom Banku, is slated to face Stephen Ackon in what promises to be a thrilling undercard bout.
- The event’s organising force, Sharaf Mahama, emphasised the strategic vision behind the evening: “We are determined to give our local boxers the global exposure they deserve,” he declared at Wednesday’s press conference.
Build-Up and Ceremony:
The press launch took place at Multichoice’s Achimota hub, drawing trainers, promoters, media, and national figures. A public weigh-in is scheduled for Thursday at 5 p.m. at Bukom Square Park.
Sharaf has also gained notable attention for coordinating a high-profile attendance of international and local dignitaries, including anticipated appearances from boxing greats and cultural icons, adding extra buzz to the event.
About the Venue:
The Bukom Boxing Arena, inaugurated in 2016 and seating 4,000 fans, is the country’s premier boxing facility. Located in a suburb famed for producing champions like Azumah Nelson and Ike Quartey, it remains the de facto centre for Ghana’s pugilistic heritage.
