How Nigerians Reacted to Daniel Daga’s Acquittal From Sexual Assault Allegations
Nigerians have taken to social media to react after Molde FK announced that Nigerian midfielder Daniel Daga had been acquitted of sexual assault allegations by the Frostating Court of Appeal.
The decision means the 19-year-old, who has been out of action for 11 months, is now available for selection again for the Norwegian club.
Following the announcement on Thursday, several football administrators, sports personalities and fans shared their views on social media.
Leading the reactions was Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Executive Board member, Otuekong Nse Essien, who discovered and mentored Daga. He wrote:
“GLORY…GLORY..GLORY..GLORY BE UNTO THE MOST HIGH”
The Media Manager of NWFL club Ibom Angels, Edidiong Stephen, welcomed the midfielder back, writing:
“Welcome back, star boy!”
Veteran photojournalist Jimoh Otisoro simply posted:
“Congratulations”
The General Manager of Daga’s parent club in Nigeria, FC ONE Rocket, Honourable Ubong Essien, wrote:
“Congratulations to FC ONE Rocket”
US-based sports enthusiast Akparawa Uduakobong Ubon called for better guidance for young players moving abroad. He wrote:
“There should be a mentorship program and training for these children per ways of life when they sign their professional contract abroad. I wish him the BEST.”
Former Nigeria youth international Edidiong Ezekiel also congratulated the midfielder, writing:
“Congratulations Daniel”
Several other Nigerians also shared their reactions to the news.
Wilshere Johnson wrote:
“God is so faithful, congratulations to Daga and the indomitable family”
Dodeye Florence said:
“Thank God. Please be careful”
David Oge advised:
“Congratulations starboy. Abeg use ur brain for does girls o.”
Sultan Unyime Henry wrote:
“Go and Sin no more”
Kufre Etiminyang posted:
“UNLESS THEY KILL GOD! Congratulations Daga. Glory be to God.”
Isaac James Atanyi wrote:
“Congratulations to him”
Mustapha Alhassan said:
“Masha Allah best wishes”
Igor Eze advised the player to leave Norway, writing:
“Better leave that country now b/4 they come after you again, God almighty have saved you.”
Eghiemheyor Ernest described the experience as:
“Big lesson for him”
Idongesit Idong wrote:
“You see, they wanted to frustrate him & his career. He should be compensated, a good russssh for him!!!!.”
Victor Odinakachukwu questioned the outcome for the complainant, asking:
“So, the accuser will just go like that?”
Akinfewa Akinyele also asked:
“Any compensation for him?”
Uzoma Ernest highlighted the time Daga spent away from football, writing:
“they just paused his career for 11 months”
Peter Chekwugbe Abugu expressed concern about the impact on Daga’s career, stating:
“So damage already done to his promising career. This case is the reason Daniel hasn’t made a name for himself since he moved to Europe. I pray he recovers his shine.”
Comr Gift Ogberahwe urged the midfielder to focus on his career, writing:
“This should be a lesson to you…. Focus on your career leave oyibo women alone..God just gave you a second chance please cherish it”
Molde FK confirmed on Thursday that Daga had won his appeal and had been acquitted by the Frostating Court of Appeal. The club also announced that the Nigerian midfielder is now available for selection as they await the final judgment in the case.
