Ghana`s Freezy Macbones crowned new WBO Africa light heavyweight champion

Ghana's Seth “Freezy Macbones” Gyimah became the new WBO Africa Light Heavyweight champion after defeating Godday “Zodsolo” Appah of Nigeria by a majority decision in their bout on Thursday.

Macbones became the new champion after defeating the Nigerian in his own backyard with the judges scoring the bout 95-93, 95-93, 94-94 in Lagos.

The championship bout was staged at The Balmoral in Lagos on Nigeria's independent day.

It was part of the Balmoral Group’s “Chaos in the Ring” promotion staged to mark Nigerian freedom day.

Macbones produced a composed and determined performance on the night to earn the judges’ unanimous decision as he claimed the WBO Africa Light Heavyweight title.

The victory represents another significant milestone in the career of the Ghanaian, who has continued to build his reputation on the African boxing scene.

The victory gives Macbones a major boost as he looks to establish himself among Africa’s leading light heavyweight fighters hoping to pursue bigger opportunities on the international stage.