Asante Kotoko Boycotts Football Activities Until Justice for Pooley is Served

Asante Kotoko has announced a complete suspension of all football activities in Ghana until the Ghana Football Association (GFA) takes meaningful action to arrest and prosecute those responsible for the tragic death of Kotoko supporter Nana Pooley.

This bold move comes in response to the violent events during the team’s match against Nsoatreman FC, which resulted in Pooley’s fatal stabbing.

In a statement released on Tuesday and shared with lawsonmultimedia.com, the club emphasized that this issue extends beyond Kotoko—it represents the integrity of Ghanaian football as a whole. The club vowed not to relent until justice is served.

Asante Kotoko is also calling for solidarity from other clubs, particularly their greatest rival Accra Hearts of Oak, urging them to join this cause, as it transcends any competition.

The club confirmed it will attend the Ghana Football Association’s meeting on Thursday to ensure this tragic moment becomes a turning point for the future of Ghanaian football.

“We are determined to end the cycle of violence, hooliganism, and lawlessness that threatens the soul of our game,” the statement read.

Despite their immense grief, Kotoko expressed gratitude to the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, and the Bono Regional Police Commander, COP Lydia Donkor, for their swift and decisive response in the investigation.

The club welcomed the news that three individuals involved in the incident have been arrested and expressed confidence that the police will continue their efforts to bring every remaining perpetrator to justice.

Asante Kotoko affirmed its full cooperation with the authorities in ensuring the full weight of the law is brought down on those responsible.