Francis Frimpomg ‘Pooley’ was a fan of Asante Kotoko
Asante Kotoko have issued a strongly worded statement in response to a circulating video featuring journalist ‘Prof.’ EK Wallace of Asempa FM, accusing him of spreading misinformation regarding the tragic murder of their supporter, Francis Yaw Frimpong, also known as Pooley.
On Thursday, February 27, 2025, during a show on Asempa FM, ‘Prof.’ EK Wallace, had his take on the murder of the staunch fan of Asante Kotoko, Pooley, alleging that, Pooley’s fatal stabbing occurred in a “ghetto” and not at the Nana Konomansah stadium in Nsoatre.
These allegations have prompted Asante Kotoko to act swiftly, releasing a statement and denouncing the allegations by Wallace.
In the statement, the club described Wallace’s claims as “blatant lies, malicious distortions, and reckless fabrications that not only insult the memory of the deceased but also undermine ongoing police investigations.
“At a time when the Ghana Police Service is rigorously pursuing justice, no responsible journalist should attempt to mislead the public with such falsehoods. What ‘Prof”. EK Wallace has done is an act of irresponsible journalism; it is dangerous, unethical, and a direct affront to the fight against hooliganism in our game. By recklessly throwing baseless accusations into public space, he is not only interfering with police investigations but also emboldening the criminals responsible for this heinous act,” the statement read.
The club also demanded that Wallace submit his alleged research on the matter to investigators within 48 hours.
Failure to comply, the club warns, will prompt legal action. As such, Asante Kotoko have reported Wallace’s remarks to the Inspector General of Police and reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice for Pooley.
“For his statements of dishonesty and absurdity, the club is hereby demanding from him to furnish the investigator in the case before the court within 48 hours the report of his alleged research he claims to have conducted into the matter. We are certain that he will accede to this legitimate demand, failing which the club will be compelled to activate all our legal rights.
“We would like to state categorically that his irresponsible comments have been reported to the Inspector General of Police and we are fully committed to demanding justice for Francis Yaw Frimpong (NANA POOLEY),” the statement continued.
Read the full statement below:
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