Ghanaian football giants, Kumasi Asante Kotoko, held an emotional vigil at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium for their late supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley.
The devoted Kotoko fan tragically lost his life following an altercation with an alleged Nsoatreman FC supporter during a Ghana Premier League match. The solemn ceremony brought together fans, players, and officials to honor his memory.
Kotoko’s Stand for Justice
Asante Kotoko has suspended all first-team activities in a quest for justice for Nana Pooley. The club’s supporters have sent a strong message that without justice, they will not continue participating in the league.
Reactions & Investigations
- The Ghana Police Service has made several arrests and is investigating the incident.
- The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has promised improved security at match venues to prevent such tragic occurrences.
- Lower division clubs were instructed to wear black armbands in solidarity.
Support for Pooley’s Family
Kotoko fans in the United States have launched a fund to support the wife and children of the deceased supporter.
This tragedy has left Ghana’s football community in mourning, with calls for better security and accountability in stadiums.
