Brother of President Mahama, Ghanaian businessman and philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama, has gifted boxing legend Azumah Nelson a brand-new Toyota Fortuner and an undisclosed sum of money in honour of the legend's long-lasting contribution to sports.

The surprise presentation took place on Monday, June 16, at Mr Mahama’s office following a courtesy call by a delegation including Sharaf Mahama, son of President John Dramani Mahama and CEO of Legacy Rise Sports, and British-Nigerian heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.

The group, fresh from their participation in the Battle of the Beasts boxing event at the Bukom Boxing Arena on Friday, June 13, 2025, had earlier paid a visit to President Mahama at the Jubilee House before heading to thank Mr Mahama for his support.

The business mogul praised Mr Azumah as "arguably Africa’s greatest boxer", citing his unflinching support and contribution toward the sport's growth despite his retirement.

Friends and dignitaries at the event looked on in admiration as Mr Mahama handed over the car keys in a moment that was both symbolic and emotional.

Azumah Nelson, visibly moved by the gesture, expressed his heartfelt gratitude. “I am grateful to you, Ibrahim Mahama, and to Sharaf Mahama for this big surprise. I didn’t expect this at all,” he said. “I am just supporting my son, Sharaf, who has shown great interest in promoting the sport I love.”

This kind gesture comes just 3 days after the Sharaf-led sports management company, Legacy Rise Sports successfully oraganisation of the boxing tournament - Battle of the Beasts at the Bukom Sporting Arena.

The star-studded tournament drew Nigerian-American basketball players (NBA) E. J Anosike, British-Nigerian professional boxer, Anthony Joshua, as well as celebrities such as actress Juliet Ibrahim, Fella Makafui, Jackie Appiah, D-Black, and TGMA Artiste of the year, King Promise, graced the occasion.

King Promise thrilled the arena with an electrifying performance.

Tapping feet turned into dancing, and soon the audience was on their feet—clapping, singing along, gesturing at the artiste in the ring, and moving to every beat.

Also, sports entrepreneur Yaw Sakyi Afari of RITE Sports Services, Henry Quarshie—businessman and a member of Azumah’s close team—as well as several associates from Legacy Rise Sports and friends of Ibrahim Mahama.

Ibrahim Mahama, founder of Engineers and Planners and Dzata Cement Limited, is known for his philanthropic ventures, particularly in the areas of education, sports and infrastructure development.

The gesture comes at a time when Nelson's legacy continues to inspire younger generations, and his role in mentoring and supporting boxing initiatives has cemented his place not only in sporting history but in the hearts of Ghanaians.

The bout itself was a spectacle. Abu Kamako, nicknamed “Ambitious Tilapia” and son of former boxing icon Bukom Banku, claimed a unanimous-decision victory over Stephen Ackon, where all three judges scored the bout 60‑54 in his favour, despite a slow start and heavy punches from Ackon, extending his undefeated streak to 4-0.