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Former Nsoatreman FC general manager Mr. Eric Alagidede has come to the defense of club owner Ignatius Baffour Awuah by rejecting claims that he incited fans to attack deceased Kotoko fan.
Baffour Awuah, a former Member of Parliament and Minister of State is up for investigation after appearing in court alongside two others in connection with the violent incidents that led to the tragic death of Kotoko supporter Francis Frimpong, popularly known as Pooley.
Speaking on Sporty FM, Alagidede described Baffour Awuah as a passionate football enthusiast and a known supporter of Asante Kotoko, insisting that he would never encourage harm against the club.
“The Ignatius Baffour Awuah I know is passionate about football. He always wants to win, but I don’t think he can even hurt a fly or incite violence,” Alagidede stated.
“He is a known Kotoko fan and used to contribute to the club to help buy players. He is the last person who would want to harm Kotoko.”
The violent clashes at Nana Konamansah Park, which followed the match between Nsoatreman and Kotoko, have sparked outrage, prompting swift action from the Ghana Football Association (GFA). The GFA has since suspended the venue and charged Nsoatreman FC over the disturbances.
Ignatius Baffour Awuah is currently under strict travelling restrictions. Alagidede’s remarks contradicts with the story of some officials of Kotoko who are of the opinion that the former Parliamentarian caused Pooley’s death.
Story by: Ebenezer Osei Kofi Bimpong. Sirebenmedia.com, (X)@osei_gedo
