Bukom Banku's Son Ambitious Tilapia Flies To The UK, Hails Sharaf Mahama

Bukom Banku's Son Ambitious Tilapia Flies To The UK, Hails Sharaf Mahama

  • Legacy Rise Sport's Abu Kamoko, aka Ambitious Tilapia, has flown out of the country to hone his boxing skills
  • The boxing sensation and son of Bukom Banku couldn't help but document his first moments as he arrived in London
  • He also had a lot to say about his mission abroad as he hailed his management led by Sharaf Mahama

Don't miss out! Get your daily dose of sports news straight to your phone. Join YEN's Sports News channel on WhatsApp now!

Ghanaian boxer Abu Kamoko, popularly known as Ambitious Tilapia, was recently spotted in the UK.

Bukom Banku, social media, Ghanaians, Ambitious Tilapia, who is Bukom Banku's son, Bukom Banku's kids
Bukom Banku's son Ambitious Tilapia who is a product of Sharaf Mahama's boxing community is enjoying his first moments in the UK. Photo source: Ambitious Tilapia
Source: TikTok

The 2023 All-African Games silver medalist said he was in Camberwell to hone his craft and increase his stocks in the global boxing community.

Ambitious Tilapia has shared several videos so far since arriving abroad. His first, recorded at the Kotoka International Airport right before his departure, sought to inform fans of his travel plans.

As soon as he arrived, the beloved Bukom-based boxer opened up about the unfavourable weather conditions in the UK and how he is coping.

Read also

Twum Barimah Attends Wedding, With Vivian Jill, Sprays Cash, 1st Set Of Videos Drop

In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh, Ambitious Tilapia was seen ordering a meal at McDonalds. In the process, the boxer nicknamed the Shatta Wale of Ghana boxing lauded Sharaf Mahama.

The president's son, Sharaf is the president and CEO of Legacy Rise Sport, which manages Ambitious Tilapia.

Last year, Sharaf, who is a devout enthusiast of the sport, organised an event spotlighting young talents demonstrating the depth of boxing's grassroots development.

At the event, Ambitious Tilapia delivered a stunning fifth-round knockout against Daniel Bawa.

Watch on TikTok

Ghanains hail Bukom Tilapia

YEN.com.gh gathered a few comments from fans in reaction to Ambitious Tilapia's milestone.

INCR£D!BL£ STANDARD ❤️ said:

Bro you will go far okay keep being humble ❤️🔥

mantseJoe wrote:

This is what I dont like about the current crop of boxers.too loud and dont want to learn from Azuma

Read also

Roselyn Nigissah celebrates as James Gardiner receives big appointment from John Mahama

panamera🥰 remarked:

I love the moral and how father bukom banku is pushing you high

niishikatse_90 added:

Proud of you and you humble yourself to Your father and he has guide you with the help of God 🔥🔥🔥

Mahama promises his son and Ghana Boxing

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that President Mahama had vowed to diversify Ghana's sporting focus, often dominated by football and ensure the boxing industry gets its due.

The president who attended his son's event reiterated his commitment to rekindle the golden era when Ghanaian fighters like Azumah Nelson and Ike Quartey dominated the global stage.

Mahama, who has gained the loyalty of top boxers, including Bukom Banku, promised to push for the completion of key infrastructure projects at the Bukom Boxing Arena.

New feature: Сheck out news that is picked for YOU ➡️ click on “Recommended for you” and enjoy!

Source: YEN.com.gh

Authors:
Peter Ansah avatar

Peter Ansah (Entertainment Editor) Ansah Peter is an entertainment editor who joined YEN.com.gh in September 2023. He studied Development Planning at KNUST, graduating in 2018. His professional career in entertainment journalism dates eight years back as a showbiz and arts blogger for the now-defunct motionhypegh.net, continuing to Muse Media Networks, acting as the editorial manager for the network's flagship multimedia platforms. He has also managed several PR roles with top clients, including Morgan Heritage. In 2024, Peter completed Google News Initiative courses in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation

iiq_pixel