Nigeria Under-20 international Daniel Daga has been handed a six-month prison sentence by a court in Norway following his conviction in a sexual assault case.
According to reports, the 19-year-old midfielder was found guilty by the Nordmøre and Romsdal District Court of engaging in a sexual act without the consent of the other party.
The ruling brings a major legal setback for the young Nigerian footballer, who had been regarded as one of the promising talents in the country’s youth football ranks.
The court’s verdict means Daga will serve a six-month jail term in Norway after the case was concluded in the Scandinavian country where the incident occurred.
Details surrounding the case were reported by Afrik-Foot, which cited the court proceedings.
Daga rose to prominence through Nigeria’s youth football structure, representing the country at the Under-20 level and earning recognition for his performances in midfield.
His development had attracted attention within Nigerian football circles, with many viewing him as a potential future star.
However, the conviction has now cast uncertainty over his career, as the legal consequences and potential disciplinary actions could affect his playing future.
Neither Daga’s representatives nor Nigeria’s football authorities have issued an official statement regarding the court ruling as of the time of filing this report.
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