The Communications Director of Asante Kotoko, Samuel Sarfo Duku, has revealed that a man named Brimah is responsible for the fatal stabbing of Francis Yaw Frimpong, known as Nana Pooley, during a Ghana Premier League match on February 2, 2025, between Nsoatreman FC and Kotoko at Nana Koronamansah Park.

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Duku spoke to the media after attending court proceedings on Monday, February 17, 2025, confirming that Brimah, who is currently on the run, was the person who fatally stabbed Pooley.

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“According to the police, and based on their investigation, all suspects have admitted that it was Brimah who stabbed Pooley,” Sarfo Duku stated.

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In connection with the incident, seven individuals, including Nsoatreman FC's owner, Ignatius Baffour Awuah, have been arrested.

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A one-week memorial service for Nana Pooley was held in Kumasi on Sunday.

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In light of the tragedy and increasing concerns about violence in football, the Ghana Football Association (GFA) has implemented tougher matchday protocols that all clubs must follow.

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