Azumah Nelson

Ga Mantse Urges Ghana To Produce Film On Azumah Nelson’s Inspiring Legacy

Ga Mantse Urges Ghana To Produce Film On Azumah Nelson’s Inspiring Legacy

The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called on government to commit itself to the production of films that will project some of Ghana’s untold stories. In a speech read on his behalf by Joy FM sports journalist Nathaniel Attoh during the second edition of the Africa Cinema Summit at the Mövenpick Hotel in Accra, the Overlord of the Ga land acknowledged the role of cinema in preserving the culture and heritage of people. In tandem with this, he called on government to produce a film that will tell the story of celebrated Ghanaian boxer Azumah Nelson. ”Considering…
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‘Rubbish’ Kaneshie Complex Cannot Be Named After Azumah Nelson – Karl Tuffuor

‘Rubbish’ Kaneshie Complex Cannot Be Named After Azumah Nelson – Karl Tuffuor

Veteran sports journalist, Karl Tuffuor believes it is very disrespectful for leaders to name the deteriorated Kaneshie Sports Complex after legendary boxer, Azumah Nelson. According to Tuffuor, the current state of the Kaneshie Sports Complex, which has not been renovated by the sports ministry for years, is not worthy of honouring the three-time boxing champion. Tuffuor argued that Azumah Nelson, who commands immense respect in the boxing world, deserves better than having a facility in such a dilapidated condition bear his name. He emphasized that even Azumah's opponents still hold great respect for him, and it is disappointing that the…
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Azumah Nelson Loses Mother

Azumah Nelson Loses Mother

The mother of boxing legend Azumah Nelson has died. Ms. Comfort Atwei Quarcoo, died on January 2, 2023, aged 86. In a statement issued today, Azumah disclosed that Ms. Comfort had been ill for some time and passed on peacefully at her home. "The bible says in all things we should give thanks to God so we thank the almighty for this one too," Azumah said. "I spent time with her 3-days ago and could tell she was in pain so I know she is at peace now. After raising her children well and seeing her grandchildren, she has done very…
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