Nigerian Footballer Daniel Daga Sentenced to Six Months in Norway After Sexual Assault Conviction

Nigerian U-20 international Daniel Daga has been sentenced to six months in prison by a Norwegian court after being found guilty of committing a sexual act without consent.

The verdict was delivered by the Nordmøre and Romsdal District Court on Tuesday. The Molde FK midfielder was also ordered to pay $1,050 in legal costs as part of the ruling.

Daga has, however, appealed the decision through his lawyer, meaning the verdict is not yet final and the case will continue within Norway’s legal system.

Following the development, Molde FK confirmed the Nigerian midfielder will not be included in the club’s matchday squad until further notice while the legal process continues.

In a statement released by Molde FK after the verdict,

“The player, through his defence lawyer, has announced that he will appeal the verdict. The case is therefore not legally final and will continue to be processed in the legal system,” the club stated. “This is a very demanding case for everyone involved. Molde Football Club, as an employer, has a responsibility to take proper care of our employees, while at the same time we have great respect for the seriousness of the case and the strain it places on all affected parties.”