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The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams, met with the management and athletes of Bronx Boxing Gym, a renowned Ghanaian boxing institution, reinforcing the government's commitment to uplifting boxing in Ghana.
Member of Parliament for Odododiodio, Ashie Kotey, and management of Bronz Boxing Gym, officially introduced prominent boxers from the gym, including John “Expensive Boxer” Laryea (2X WBO African Featherweight Champion, ranked #15 globally), Sharif “OneTime” Quaye (WBO African Lightweight Champion, ranked #8 globally), and Selasie “Emperor” Gosh (WBO African Bantamweight Champion).

During the meeting, Bronx Boxing Gym's CEO, Samuel Anim Addo, and Technical Director, Lawrence Carl Lokko, outlined plans to host international boxing events in Ghana. They appealed to the Minister to support these initiatives, encourage corporate sponsorship, and promote fan engagement similar to football support.
Adams assured the delegation of his dedication to their cause, emphasizing the importance of athlete welfare, psychological training, and continuous professional development between fights. He pledged to assist in mobilizing corporate partnerships and developing regional boxing gyms.

The meeting concluded positively, with mutual commitments to ongoing cooperation aimed at positioning Ghana as a prominent boxing hub globally.
The Bronx Boxing Gym Team
Hon Ashie Kotey - MP Odododiodoo/ Patron
Samuel Anim Addo - CEO
Lawrence Carl Lokko - Founder / Technical Director
Emmanuel Quaye - Management / Dietician
Mr Adade Kinsford - Assistant Trainer
Mr George Agbaklah - Cutman / Media Officer
De Graft Ekow Hayford - Strength & Conditioning Trainer
Mohammed Agyemang - Social Media Manager
Boxers
John “ Expensive Boxer “ Laryea - 2X WBO African Featherweight Champ # 15 ranked
Sharif “ OneTime “ Quaye - WBO African Lightweight Champ #8 ranked in the world
Selasie “Emperor “ Gosh - WBO African Bantamweight CHAMP
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