- Young Ghanaian football administrator Jonas Sena Dorho was allegedly murdered on his farmland in Nkoranza
- Both the Brong Ahafo Regional FA and the Nkoranza Municipal FA have confirmed the news and expressed sorrow
- This comes just two months after the murder of Asante Kotoko fan Francis Yaw Frimpong aka Pooley in Nsoatre
Ghana’s football community is reeling once again after the tragic and violent death of rising football administrator and entrepreneur Jonas Sena Dorho.
The heartbreaking incident that took place on Friday, April 18, 2025—Good Friday— was a deep shadow over what was meant to be a solemn day of reflection, turning it into one of the most sorrowful in recent history for the nation’s football scene.
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Sena Dorho passes away
Jonas Sena Dorho was the proprietor of Nkoranza Adehyea FC, a Division Two side in Ghana, and also a driven entrepreneur in the agribusiness sector.
He managed Jon-Dor Ventures, a business specializing in the distribution of Ammonium Sulphate.
Those who knew him—friends, colleagues, and football insiders—remember him as a committed, visionary, and highly motivated individual with aspirations to guide his club from the grassroots level all the way to the Ghana Premier League.
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His vision and hard work had already begun yielding results, with Nkoranza Adehyea FC steadily gaining recognition within the Bono East Region and beyond.
Many believed that it was only a matter of time before the club broke into the upper tiers of Ghanaian football.
What caused Sena Dorho’s death?
He was reportedly attacked and murdered by unknown assailants under mysterious circumstances.
According to YEN.com.gh’s exclusive sources at the Nkoranza Municipal FA , the tragic incident took place on Sena’s own farmland in Nkoranza in the Bono East Region.
The motive for the killing remains unclear, and authorities are yet to release a detailed report on the incident.
”He was killed on his own farm on Friday April 18 which was a Good Friday. We are all in deep sorrow now.” the source said.
His lifeless body was discovered shortly after the attack, sparking grief and fear among family, friends, and members of the local football community.
The brutality of the act has left many in disbelief, particularly given the peaceful reputation of the farming community where the crime occurred.
Confirmation of Dorho’s passing
The Brong and Ahafo Regional Football Association (BARFA) and the Nkoranza Municipal Football Association have both confirmed the unfortunate death of the Nkoranza Adehyea FC owner.
In a statement, the BARFA expressed their sorrow and extended their condolences to the family of the deceased.
“BARFA mourns with the entire Nkoranza Adehyea FC fraternity for the tragic loss of the team owner. Our prayer and thoughts are with the team and the family,” part of the statement read.
Nana Pooley’s sad death in Nsoatre
This latest incident comes barely two months after another shocking death rocked the Ghana football community.
On February 2, 2025, a popular Asante Kotoko fan known as Nana Pooley was murdered in Nsoatre during a Ghana Premier League game between Nsoatreman FC and Kotoko.
The murder of Nana Pooley, who was well-known among fans of the Porcupine Warriors, sparked outrage and led to calls for increased security measures at match venues.
The death of Jonas Sena Dorho though under different circumstances, also adds to the list of recent bad news to hit Ghana football.
Those who knew Jonas Sena Dorho describe him as a self-made man who believed deeply in using football as a tool for youth empowerment.
His club, Nkoranza Adehyea FC, was known for its grassroots development, nurturing local talents and offering them opportunities to pursue football professionally.
“He stood out as one of the most promising young talents in football administration in Ghana. He was visionary, determined, and deeply compassionate,” shared a close associate who wished to remain unnamed.
“His passing is a tragedy not only for his loved ones but for the entire future of football in this nation.”
Calls for justice for Sena Dorho
In the wake of Sena’s murder, there is a renewed call for the Ghana Police Service to intensify its efforts in ensuring justice for the assasinated football administrator.
Community leaders in Nkoranza have also urged residents to remain calm as investigations continue.
A statement from the Ghana Football Association is also expected to be made regarding the sad death of Jonas Sena Dorho in the coming days.
As the Ghanaian football fraternity mourns another promising life cut short, the focus must now turn toward justice, healing, and the kind of collective action needed to ensure that such senseless acts of violence become a thing of the past.
Nana Pooley hailed as Kotoko’s greatest fan
YEN.com.gh earlier reported the glowing remarks of former Asante Kotoko board member, Kwaku Amponsah, who selected the late Francis Yaw Frimpong as the club’s most iconic supporter of all generations.
Nana Pooley was loved not only for his unflinching support for the Porcupine Warriors but also for his passion for the Ghana national football teams including the Black Stars.
Source: YEN.com.gh
