GBA President Abraham Neequaye Resigns

President of the Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA), Abraham Kotei Neequaye, has announced his resignation from the role, citing personal reasons.

His decision was made public through a press release shared by the GBA’s Communications Director, Mohammed Amin Lamptey, via WhatsApp on Wednesday evening.

“I deeply regret to inform fellow Ghanaians that I am resigning as the president of Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) due to personal reasons,” Mr. Neequaye said in the statement.

He explained that stepping down was a “difficult” decision, but necessary for him and certain board members. “It was the best course of action for me and some executive board members with integrity and dignity at this crucial time,” he added.

His resignation will take effect on Friday, June 27, 2025, after an official press conference at 10:00 am at the GBA Secretariat, where he will formally step down and share more details.

Looking back at his time in office, Mr. Neequaye expressed gratitude for the experience.

“I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities that I have been given as the GBA president. I actually value the insights that I have learned, and I expect them to help me in my future endeavours,” he stated.

He also mentioned that the decision came after “careful considerations of my career goals and personal aspirations.”

Mr. Neequaye used the opportunity to thank the media and his board members, especially those who stood by him through difficult moments.

“Let me seize the opportunity to thank the media landscape for the support you offered me and my board members, especially those of us who suffered character assassination during these difficult times,” he said.

He further explained that the role of GBA President was a voluntary one, with no salary or allowance.

“I want to thank fellow compatriots wherever you are for being supportive of my professional growth in an office that doesn’t pay salary or allowance but just a sacrificial work to serve others and one’s country,” he added.

The GBA has invited media houses to attend Friday’s press conference “to equip yourself with firsthand information.