At the 13th African Games in Accra, Ghana, Moroccan boxer Hamza El Barbari triumphed over Nigerian boxer Ibrahim Yakubu in a highly contentious match. The outcome stirred considerable debate and criticism.

Despite the uproar, El Barbari's victory was upheld, allowing him to progress in the competition. This incident highlighted the broader issues of fairness and officiating in boxing, emphasizing the need for reforms to ensure more transparent and just decisions in future events. El Barbari discussed this controversy with Ceek after his fight.