Sharaf Mahama Teaches Farida Mahama Self-Defence Techniques at His Boxing Event

• President John Mahama's son, Sharaf Mahama, has gone viral after he showed his sister basic boxing skills
• The president's children have inspired many with their beautiful bond at the public event on June 13, 2025
• Some social media users have commented on Farida Mahama's flawless beauty and high fashion sense on Instagram
• YEN.com.gh spoke with a counsellor for his opinion on the role engaing in sports can improve sibling relationship

Sharaf Mahama, the son of President John Dramani Mahama, has captured the attention of many with a viral video showcasing his dedication as a caring older brother in a heartwarming display of sibling love and support.

At his recent boxing event, the enthusiastic chief executive officer of Legacy Rise was spotted imparting basic self-defence techniques to his younger sister, Farida Mahama, using simple yet effective boxing tricks.

This touching moment shared between the children of Ghana's first family has resonated deeply with viewers on social media, where countless individuals have praised Sharaf for fostering confidence and strength in his sister.

The event, titled "Battle of the Beasts," took place on June 13, 2025, at the renowned Bukom Boxing Arena in Accra. The arena buzzed with energy as it hosted a dazzling lineup of celebrities, dignitaries, and boxing enthusiasts, emphasising its significance in Ghana’s vibrant sporting and cultural landscape.

Sharaf Mahama teaches Farida Mahama self-defence skills

A video of Sharaf Mahama teaching his younger sister basic boxing skills has gone viral on Facebook. YEN.com.gh has compiled some reactions below:

Saliu Ismail

"Gladys Essuman, it pains you that you are not beautiful like farida also good son like Sharaf."

Suraj Abdulsamad stated:

"The future president."

Bhra Kwame stated:

"Another pain goes straight to the NPP headquarters."

Formatic Chapters

"Mostly the rich ladies has a simple and natural hairstyle but these hungry birds always pointing 2k plus frontals why?."

Divine Akuaku

"Press conference loading."

Amina Alhassan

"Farida ahuofe3 dua👍."

David Okyere stated:

"Their uncle is one of the richest men in Ghana, and their father is the president of Ghana 🇬🇭. Happy and proud children 👍💖."

Ibrahim Mahama gifts Anthony Joshua a motorbike

Ibrahim Mahama, a prominent Ghanaian billionaire businessman and sibling to President John Dramani Mahama, presented British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua with an exquisite Honda motorbike during Joshua's visit to Ghana for the much-anticipated "Battle of the Beasts."

This luxury motorcycle, valued between $10,000 and $18,000 depending on the model, was not merely a gift; it symbolised appreciation for Joshua’s steadfast support of Sharaf Mahama’s initiatives to elevate the sport of boxing in Ghana.

Joshua made a memorable entrance, zooming through the bustling streets of Accra on the sleek motorcycle, his excitement infectious.

The moment was beautifully documented in a vibrant video shared by KingBygone, capturing Joshua’s genuine gratitude and exuberant reaction to the lavish gift.

This generous gesture from Ibrahim Mahama underscores his unwavering commitment to championing sports and fostering international connections, solidifying his reputation as a distinguished philanthropist and influential figure within the Ghanaian landscape.

The Instagram video is below:

What's the importance of self-defence?

Self-defence is a crucial skill that allows individuals to fight back against a physical attack, avoid danger, or defend themselves from an illegal attack. Self-defence is an important skill for everyone to learn, but it is about more than simply the physical act of asserting oneself. It means building confidence as well as awareness of one's surroundings and showing individuals that they are responsible for their safety. In a world where bad things can happen, sometimes being able to defend themselves could spell the difference between being victimised and finding a way out of circumstance.

Self-defence training has other benefits. Learning self-defence allows people to remain calm under pressure situations, evaluate threats promptly, as well as make rational choices in stressful situations. It promotes fitness, agility, and builds mental toughness, development that can lead to much success in the future. Women's self-defence courses, self-defence for kids, and self-defence for other at-risk or vulnerable groups can provide a strong sense of feeling empowered, especially in settings that expose them to risks.

While self-defence training may include physical response techniques, it often includes elements of verbal assertiveness, de-escalation strategies (before they escalate to a physical confrontation), and situational awareness - skills that help individuals avoid the confrontation altogether.

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Kingsley Owusu, a family counsellor shared his opinion on what role shared activities, such as engaging in sports, play in strengthening the emotional bond between siblings.

"Engaging in shared experiences such as sports enhances sibling connections by reinforcing trust, teamwork, communication, and reliance. Play helps siblings learn to trust each other, embrace competition, and celebrate successes. Ultimately, these lessons cultivate emotional proximity and warm memories", he said.

Despite attending Sharaf Mahama's boxing event

Earlier, YEN.com.gh wrote about Dr Osei Kwame Despite and Dr Ofori Sarpong, who were spotted at Sharaf Mahama's boxing event.

The wealthy businessmen were present to support the young entrepreneur as he promoted Ghanaian boxers.

Some social media users have praised Sharaf Mahama and his team for helping the youth through boxing.

Source: YEN.com.gh