Ghanaian boxer Seth Gyimah, popularly known as Freezy Macbones, has won the WBO Africa Light Heavyweight title after defeating Nigeria's Godday Appah in Lagos. The fight took place on October 1, 2026, during the Chaos in the Ring event, and Macbones secured the title by majority decision at the Balmoral in Lagos. This victory marks a major comeback for Macbones after he lost the WBA Africa Light Heavyweight title to Jonathan Tetteh in December 2025.
The bout had generated significant interest before fight night, with both boxers involved in a tense build-up at the official press conference. The face-off between Appah and Macbones became heated, with security stepping in to separate them. Macbones, 37, only began boxing professionally at the age of 27 and has since made headlines. His latest victory gives him another major continental title and marks a return to the top of the African light-heavyweight scene.
The fight was the headline professional bout held as part of Nigeria's Independence Day celebrations. The result ended Appah's reign as champion and handed Macbones a major continental title. Macbones suffered a setback in December 2025 when Jonathan "Worldwide" Tetteh defeated him by unanimous decision to win the WBA Africa Light Heavyweight title at the University of Ghana Stadium.
Freezy Macbones expressed his elation after the fight, saying, "I cannot believe what I have done here." Reports indicate that on the night of his victory over Appah, another Nigerian boxer challenged him to a fight and he accepted, with the bout proposed to take place in December. Macbones' victory has garnered attention from the boxing community, with many congratulating him on his achievement.
The WBO Africa Light Heavyweight title win is a significant milestone in Macbones' career, which has been marked by both setbacks and successes. His determination and perseverance have paid off, as he overcame a tough opponent in Appah to claim the title. Macbones' victory is also seen as a boost to Ghana's boxing scene, which has produced several talented boxers in recent years.
Macbones' opponent, Godday Appah, was a formidable champion who had been reigning in the WBO Africa Light Heavyweight division. The Nigerian boxer put up a good fight, but ultimately lost by majority decision to Macbones. The two boxers had a heated exchange at the press conference, which generated significant interest in the fight.
With this victory, Freezy Macbones has cemented his position as a top contender in the African light-heavyweight scene. His next fight is expected to take place in December, against another Nigerian boxer who challenged him on the night of his victory over Appah. Macbones will look to continue his winning streak and establish himself as a dominant force in the division.
Key points
- Freezy Macbones defeats Godday Appah to win WBO Africa Light Heavyweight title
- Macbones wins by majority decision in Lagos
- The victory marks a major comeback for Macbones after losing the WBA Africa Light Heavyweight title in December 2025
