The President of the Ghana Soccer Affiliation (GFA), Mr Kurt Okraku, has appealed to individuals with knowledge concerning the suspected killer of Francis Yaw Frimpong, also called ‘Nana Pooley’, to help the FA and the Police to assist determine him.
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He mentioned anybody who noticed the tragic incident ought to come forward with the wanted data for his arrest, stressing that justice within the case was necessary.
He was talking throughout his first assembly with Kumasi Asante Kotoko Sporting Membership after the killing of the die -hard fan on February 2, at Nsoatre, throughout a match day 19 conflict with Nsoatreman FC.
He additionally known as on the household of Nana Pooley on the weekend and supplied his condolences and phrases of assist and comfort.
“When that tragic incident occurred at Nsoatre, there was somebody or some individuals current. These individuals have to be trustworthy with soccer and reveal the killer’s identification.”
“If that individual values life and soccer, they have to converse out and reveal the killer’s whereabouts. We’re able to chase the killer,” Mr Okraku assured.
“It’s a painful second, but additionally a chance to make a constructive influence on our recreation,” Mr Kurt Okraku said.
“The GFA stands in solidarity with Asante Kotoko and your entire soccer household throughout this era of grief and we stay dedicated to making sure that justice is served,” he added.
The assembly mentioned the tragic loss of life of Nana Pooley and its results on Ghana soccer.
Moreover, he hammered on measures to reinforce safety at match venues, as he recognised the difficulties Ghana soccer was going by means of and emphasised the necessity for persistence, time, and a considerable monetary dedication to beat them.
In accordance with Mr Okraku, the method of adjusting soccer was troublesome, “and we’re presently going by means of one in every of our most making an attempt occasions.”
Nonetheless, he remained optimistic that “collectively, we’ll overcome the challenges.”
The Ashanti Regional Soccer Affiliation Executives, led by Chairman Osei Tutu Agyemang, Frederick Acheampong and James Kwasi Appiah, members of the GFA Government Council, and officials of Kotoko IMC, have been current to grace the event.
Chairman of the supporters circles, Alex Manu, on the assembly knowledgeable the GFA President that Kotoko wouldn’t take part in any soccer matches till Nana Pooley was buried.
“In Akan custom, when a member of the family passes away, you don’t actively partake in something till the funeral date is about,” he indicated.
Manu confirmed that Pooley’s funeral has been scheduled for March 6, on the Baba Yara Stadium following a one-week commentary which might be held on the Heroes Park.
FROM KINGSLEY E. HOPE, KUMASI
