Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has called for the immediate arrest of those responsible for the murder of Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley.
The tragic incident occurred at Nana Kronmansah Park during Kotoko’s Matchday 19 clash against Nsoatreman FC.
So far, seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the case, including Nsoatreman FC owner and former Labour and Employment Minister, Ignatius Baffour Awuah.
However, during a visit by Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams to Manhyia on Friday, February 14, Otumfuo urged swift action to ensure justice is served.
“The incident is deeply troubling. Why should this happen in the first place?” Otumfuo questioned. “A family has lost a young and vibrant man due to someone’s wickedness. No one should lose their life because of a game.”
The Asantehene insisted that law enforcement must act decisively to arrest the perpetrator, regardless of where the crime took place.
“You premeditate to kill someone just because of a statement he made about relegation? No one has the right to take such authority into their own hands.
“This shouldn’t have happened. Institute a thorough investigation to arrest the perpetrator. Why hasn’t he been arrested until now? He is still around and yet the law enforcement agencies haven’t gotten him. Arrest him to deter others,” he added.
In response to the growing concerns over hooliganism, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has introduced enhanced matchday safety protocols that all clubs must adhere to.
