Former General Manager of Nsoatreman FC, Eric Alagidede, has made headlines following the resurfacing of a statement in which he claimed that one of his key achievements at the club was “getting close to the ‘Bad Boys.'”
“One of the things I did so well at Nsoatre, and I give myself credit for, is the fact that I integrated into the community and became a friend to all the so-called ‘Bad Boys.’ This was my strategy—by getting close to them, they became my friends. At times when they wanted to start something, I could intervene, making it easier to manage the situation,” Alagidede stated during an interview with Sporty FM.
His comments have gained renewed attention in light of the recent violent incident at the Nana Koromansah II Stadium, where clashes between Nsoatreman FC and Asante Kotoko supporters resulted in the tragic death of Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong, known as “Nana Pooley.”
Alagidede further explained, “So long as you are able to control those people, you can control every other person. If chaos erupts, it normally starts with them. So, by bringing them under control, it becomes much easier to maintain overall order.”
After helping Nsoatreman clinch the FA Cup title from Bofoakwa Tano last season, Alagidede resigned from his duties, stating that it was his personal decision to discontinue working for the club and that it was time for a new challenge.
The incident, which occurred on February 2, 2025, has led to multiple arrests, including that of Nsoatreman FC’s owner and financier, Ignatius Baffour-Awuah, who is facing charges of conspiracy to commit murder. The Ghana Football Association has also banned the club from using their home venue as investigations continue.
Nsoatreman FC has condemned the violence and pledged full cooperation with authorities. However, concerns remain about the club’s internal dynamics and the role of individuals associated with its management in shaping the environment that led to this tragedy.
