Otumfuo Places Hands On Freezy Macbones’ Head As Boxer Presents New Championship Belt

Ghanaian boxer Seth Gyimah, popularly known as Freezy Macbones, has presented his newly won World Boxing Organization (WBO) Africa Light Heavyweight Championship belt to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in a gesture of appreciation and honour.

The presentation followed Freezy’s victory over Nigerian boxer Godday “Zodsolo” Appah in Lagos, Nigeria, on October 1, 2026. The Ghanaian secured the continental title after 10 rounds of action, with the judges awarding him a majority decision.

During the meeting, Otumfuo placed his hands on the boxer’s head and prayed for him, offering a blessing that added a personal and symbolic moment to the presentation. The gesture was captured in a video showing the traditional ruler receiving the champion and praying over him.

For Freezy, presenting the belt to the Asantehene provided an opportunity to share an important milestone in his boxing career with one of Ghana’s most prominent traditional leaders. The gesture also reflected the respect he wished to show Otumfuo following his achievement in the ring.

The championship victory in Lagos marked a significant moment for the boxer, who overcame Appah across 10 rounds to claim the WBO Africa light heavyweight title. A majority decision means that most, but not all, of the judges scored the contest in favour of the winning boxer.

The belt presentation has since drawn attention to the relationship between sporting achievement, cultural respect and traditional leadership in Ghana. Athletes often use such occasions to acknowledge influential figures and share their successes with the communities and institutions that form part of their lives.

Otumfuo’s prayer and blessing also stood out in the footage, turning what could have been a formal presentation into a moment of personal recognition for the champion.

Freezy’s latest achievement adds to his public profile as a Ghanaian boxer competing for honours beyond the national stage. Winning a continental championship can also provide a platform for further opportunities, although future bouts and career plans have not been specified in the information provided.

For now, the focus remains on his October 1 victory and the visit to Otumfuo, where the boxer presented the belt he won in Nigeria and received the Asantehene’s blessing.

Source: https://x.com/sikaofficial1/status/2109526981859815740?s=46

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