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The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams, has emphasized the urgent need to restructure professional boxing in Ghana.
Speaking to Fireladytv during the “Battle of the Beasts” boxing event organized by Sharaf Mahama at the Bukom Arena, the minister described the sport’s current state as needing serious attention.
"The whole professional boxing in Ghana needs a lot of re-organization," he stressed.
"We will be working very hard as a Ministry to make sure this re-setting happens in the professional boxing arena.”
Kofi Adams also expressed concern over the decline in boxing standards and affirmed that strategic planning is necessary to bring the sport back on track.
He noted that the Ministry would collaborate with stakeholders to develop a blueprint for reviving the sport.
The Minister also assured that the government is prepared to offer the required backing to aid boxing’s development.
His comments come at a time when many in the boxing fraternity have been calling for reforms to improve infrastructure, promotions, and athlete welfare.
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