A spokesman for the family, Bob Gunnell, said Ali's funeral was scheduled years ago based on the deceased's wishes. He is said to have wanted his grievances to be brought to the attention of anyone who wished.
Abusua kasamafoɔ, Bob Gunnell kaa sɛ ɔhyɛɛ Ali ayie da mfeɛ bebree atwa mu firisɛ na n'apɛdeɛ no no. Na ɔpɛ sɛ ɔyi obibiara asotire fa n'agyamdie ho.