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The National Sports Authority (NSA), backed firmly by the Ministry for Sports and Recreation, is set on implementing sweeping reforms in Ghanaian boxing, starting with the establishment of a Normalisation Committee to take over from the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) board when its extended mandate expires on August 19.
Few will argue against the need for reform. The tragic death of Nigerian boxer Gabriel Oluwanreju during a bout in March has thrown the sport’s safety and governance into sharp focus. The Ministerial Commission of Enquiry’s recommendations demand attention and action.
However, how these changes are pursued will determine whether they strengthen or fracture Ghanaian boxing.
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