Olanrewaju Segun

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 competing against Ghanaian boxer Jon Mbanugu at Fight Night 15 of the Ghana Professional Boxing League at Bukom Boxing Arena when he lost consciousness. Reports indicate that he was leading on points before the tragic incident occurred.

A video circulating on social media captures the moment he collapsed, sparking grief across the boxing community. His sudden death has left fans, colleagues, and sports enthusiasts in mourning.

Olanrewaju was a respected figure in Nigerian boxing, having previously held both the National and West African light-heavyweight titles. His impact on the sport across the region has been widely acknowledged, with tributes pouring in to honour his legacy.