The owner of Elmina Sharks Football Club, Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom has been charged by the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for alleged breaches of the Division One League Regulations and the GFA Disciplinary Code following a controversial incident during a league match between Elmina Sharks and Swedru All Blacks.
The game, held at the Dr. Nduom Sports Complex, was marred by controversy after Dr. Nduom allegedly entered the inner perimeter and field of play without authorization to protest a penalty decision.
His actions are said to have disrupted the match proceedings.
The GFA further accused Dr. Nduom of inciting Elmina Sharks players, officials, and fans against the match officials.
He also allegedly used social media to further escalate tensions, encouraging fans and club officials to act against the referees.
Dr. Nduom has been given until Wednesday, February 19, to officially respond to the charges.
Meanwhile, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of Elmina Sharks, Kingsley Smith Arthur insists that the individuals who attacked referee Morrison are not genuine supporters of the club but rather imposters whose actions have tarnished the club’s reputation.
“A player, who pointed out one of the imposters from Swedru, claimed he had seen the man during our first-leg match in Swedru. This alleged imposter hit the player, leading to a confrontation between them. At that moment, after striking the player, the imposter went on to grab the referee.
“If you carefully watch the video, you’ll notice a man in white attire holding the referee, with ‘Elmina Sharks’ written on the back of his outfit. These are the individuals we are calling imposters, and we have video evidence that we will release,” he stated.
