Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has adopted the children of the late Asante Kotoko fan, Nana Pooley (also known as Francis Yaw Frimpong), who was tragically killed during a football match incident.
This gesture includes securing their education through an educational fund. Recent reports from February 11, 2025, highlight that this adoption and educational initiative is part of honoring Pooley’s memory after his death in a violent clash following a match between Nsoatreman and Kotoko on February 2, 2025.
This act by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has been widely covered in Ghanaian media, with multiple sources confirming the adoption and the educational support for Pooley’s children.
The move comes amidst other actions in response to Pooley’s death, including calls for justice and the suspension of football league activities by Kotoko until justice is served for Pooley.
This adoption is seen as a significant step by the Asantehene, not only in terms of personal support but also as a public gesture towards healing and community support following the tragedy.
