Fresh from being named the 2024 SWAG Best Boxer, Ghanaian amateur boxer Amadu Mohammed has outlined his ambitious plans for the future, with the ultimate goal of competing at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
The 20-year-old from the Sea View Boxing Club says the recent award has motivated him to work even harder. “My dream is to win a medal at every championship I enter, whether it’s National, African, World, or the Olympic Games,” Mohammed said. “The SWAG award has made me popular and famous. Now, I have to step up and train hard to make this dream a reality and keep my fans happy.”
Mohammed has already made a name for himself on the international stage. In 2023, despite a lack of equipment at his local gym, he qualified to represent Ghana at the World Championships, where he was the only African boxer to reach the Quarter Finals. He also competed in the 13th African Games, stopping three opponents on his way to winning the gold medal in his category.
Most recently, he added another gold to his collection at the 2026 National Individual Championship.
His journey has not been without its challenges. Having lost his father at a young age, Mohammed was taken under the wing of Coach Gabriel Allotey, widely known as ‘Zico’, at just six years old. Coach Zico has nurtured his talent ever since. Known for his discipline and ability to speak fluent English, Mohammed is now being tipped as a potential future captain of the national team, the Black Bombers.
The young boxer has made it clear that his focus is on serving his country. “My team has a plan. We are taking every opportunity and chance one by one. I want to go to the Commonwealth Games, the World Championships, and the Olympic Games before I even think about turning professional,” he explained.
Reflecting on his SWAG award, Mohammed described it as a special moment. “It was the first time I received such an important award, graced by the Vice President, the Sports Minister, and other leaders. I really loved the feeling. It has helped me realize my own potential, and I dedicate it to my gym, Sea View Club, its founder, members, and fans.”
However, his success story is overshadowed by a serious problem at home. Mohammed has made an urgent appeal for help, as the Sea View Boxing Club in Jamestown has been ordered by the landowners to vacate its premises. He is calling on the sports ministry, youth authorities, and employment agencies for support.
“We are a national asset,” he stressed. “I am appealing for help so we can have a place to train and continue to bring glory to Ghana.”