Ndo emerges PWA President, vows new era for African wrestling

 

By Mishael Emmanuel 

 

A new chapter has begun for professional wrestling on the continent following the election of fresh leadership for Pro-Wrestling Africa (PWA), with Cameroon’s Emmanuel Ndo emerging as president.

The keenly contested election, held on May 2, 2026, at the National Institute for Sports inside the National Stadium Surulere, came immediately after the association’s Annual General Meeting, where delegates reviewed the body’s progress and future direction.

Ndo secured victory ahead of Benin Republic’s Mayor Sourou Germain Wanvoegbe, who was subsequently elected as 1st Vice President. 

Morocco’s Mohamed Amadel clinched the 2nd Vice President position, while Nigeria’s Olusesan Olukoya retained his role as Secretary General.

The elections marked the end of an era under outgoing president Sharp Moabi, who stepped down after completing his tenure and relocating to the United States, opting not to seek a third term.

Other positions saw a diverse spread of leadership across the continent. 

Ghana’s Naa Christiana Merley Ashley was elected Assistant Secretary General, while Benin Republic’s Ali Orou Sourou Abdel-Aziz and DR Congo’s Bing Ifefo emerged as Social Directors 1 and 2 respectively.

Togo’s Habib Adams took over as Finance Director, with Belgium-based Simba Bafuka Shaolin Master named Technical Director 1. Nigeria’s Augustine Okafor, popularly known as “Sharp Man,” was appointed Technical Director 2.

In the communications unit, Ghana’s Ameku Philip Elikem emerged as Public Relations Officer, while veteran journalist Ifeanyi Eduzor was elected Media Director.

Earlier in the process, candidates were screened from an initial pool representing five countries, with only Cameroon and Benin Republic cleared to contest for the presidency.

Delegates from 20 African nations participated in both the congress and the election.

In his acceptance speech, Ndo praised the transparent conduct of the polls and laid out an ambitious vision for the sport.

He said his administration would focus on elevating African professional wrestling to compete with global standards seen in Europe and the United States.

“My tenure will usher in a new beginning for African wrestling,” Ndo declared. “Together with my executive team, we will work to take the sport to greater heights across the continent.”

With a new leadership team now in place, expectations are high that PWA can drive growth, visibility, and structure for professional wrestling in Africa over the next four years.