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Bukom

Bukom is a historic neighborhood in the Accra Metropolitan District, renowned as the birthplace of Ghanaian boxing and home to legendary champions including Azumah Nelson, Ike Quartey, and Joshua Clottey. The coastal community is celebrated for its vibrant boxing culture, with numerous gyms and trainers producing world-class fighters. Bukom is also known for its rich Ga cultural heritage and tight-knit community.

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Bukom is a historic neighborhood in the Accra Metropolitan District, renowned as the birthplace of Ghanaian boxing and home to legendary champions including Azumah Nelson, Ike Quartey, and Joshua Clottey. The coastal community is celebrated for its vibrant boxing culture, with numerous gyms and trainers producing world-class fighters. Bukom is also known for its rich Ga cultural heritage and tight-knit community.

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