“Football Shouldn’t Cost a Life, Arrest the Killer Now!” – Asantehene Calls for Swift Justice in Nana Pooley’s Murder
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II breaks his silence on the tragic death of passionate Kotoko supporter Nana Pooley
- Otumfuo Osei Tutu II condemns the killing of Nana Pooley, calling it unacceptable
- He demands the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible
- Seven individuals, including Nsoatreman FC’s bankroller, have been taken into custody
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has broken his silence on the tragic killing of passionate Kumasi Asante Kotoko supporter, Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley.
His remarks come nearly two weeks after the horrifying incident.
Nana Pooley was fatally stabbed during Kotoko’s Week 19 league match against Nsoatreman FC in Nsoatre, a shocking act that has sent waves of grief through the football community.
So far, seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder, including Nsoatreman FC’s bankroller, Ignatius Baffour-Awuah. The former Employment and Labour Relations Minister has been placed under a movement restriction order by District Court “B” in Sunyani.
In a viral video, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the owner and life patron of Asante Kotoko, issued a strong call for justice, insisting that those responsible must face the law.
“It is unfortunate that somebody was killed because of a football match. He was intentionally stabbed to death—this is unacceptable. So, I urge you to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident. Nobody can take the law into their own hands and kill another person. This death was needless, and the law must take its course,” he declared.
The Asantehene further emphasized the need for immediate action:
“Whoever was responsible for the murder must be arrested and prosecuted. We live in a country governed by the rule of law. It is completely unacceptable that someone is killed just because of a football match. The person must be arrested immediately. Whether it happened inside or outside the stadium, a human being has been killed, and the law must deal with the perpetrator. A family has lost their loved one, who was a breadwinner. A thorough investigation must be carried out to get to the bottom of the case and ensure the culprit faces the full rigours of the law.”
His call for swift justice has added pressure on authorities to ensure those responsible for the brutal act are held accountable.
