Wife and Children of Nana Pooley Break Down in Uncontrollable Tears at One Week Observation: Video
- The family of late Asante Kotoko supporter Francis Yaw Frimpong have observed the one week of his passing
- The fan lost his life during the Ghana Premier League game between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC
- The football fraternity showed up in huge numbers to support the family at the One Week observation
The wife and children of the late Kumasi Asante Kotoko supporter, Nana Pooley, were left in uncontrollable tears at the one week observation of the fan.
Francis Yaw Frimpong, who is popularly known as Nana Pooley, tragically lost his life following a heated moment at the matchday 19 Ghana Premier League game between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman FC.
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Following his passing, friends, family, supporters and sympathizers gathered in Kumasi to pay respect to the staunch Kotoko fan.
In a video shared on social media, the wife and children of Nana Pooley could not hold it as they broke down in tears, with people around consoling the family.
The death of the supporter has left Ghana's topflight league in a state of limbo as the Football Association halt the competition.
The Ghana Police Service, led by the Inspector General of Police, George Akuffo Dampare, have opened investigation in the unfortunate incident which happened two weeks ago.
Meanwhile, the Porcupine Warriors have also withdrawn from all first team activities until the person behind the passing of the fan is found.
Also Hearts of Oak and Asante Kotoko have released a joint statement demanding a number of reforms met before a return to Ghana Premier League football.
Ghana FA send delegation to Kumasi
High-ranking members of the Ghana Football Association, including vice president Mark Addo alongside management committee member of the Black Stars Samuel Aboambire travelled to Kumasi for the One Week observation.
The contingent consoled the family of Nana Pooley as they observed the day in solemn sadness.
Also spotted at the One Week observation was former Chief Executive Officer of the club, Dr Kwame Kyei.
The event attracted fans from various clubs including Hearts and Bechem United to join in paying respect to the late fan.
A decision will be made on his final funeral in the coming days.
Kankam Boadu question Kurt Okraku's absence
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the Sports Writers Association of Ghana Journalist of the Year, Bright Kankam Boadu has descended heavily on president of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Okraku.
The veteran sports journalist expressed disappointment in Kurt Okraku for his silence following the passing of Asante Kotoko fan Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Nana Pooley.
According to the Pure FM radio presenter, the FA president's absence is upsetting.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
