Super 8: NNL Hammers El-Kanemi Warriors for indecent conduct

Posted : 11 June 2024

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Maiduguri-based El-Kanemi Warriors Football Club has been fined one million naira by the Nigeria National League (NNL) for indecent conduct during their Day One fixture against Nasarawa United at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu. The incident, which occurred after a controversial penalty decision, has drawn significant attention and condemnation from league officials.

The trouble began when the head of El-Kanemi’s Supporters Club and his group encroached on the pitch following the referee's decision to cancel a penalty goal scored by El-Kanemi. The supporters, visibly agitated by the decision, breached the boundaries of the playing area, causing a disruption that necessitated immediate action from security personnel to prevent further escalation.

In their agitation, members of the supporters club attempted to assault the referees, an act that was quickly thwarted by the timely intervention of the security operatives present at the stadium. This incident not only halted the match temporarily but also posed a significant threat to the safety and integrity of the officiating team and the game itself.

The NNL Disciplinary Committee, led by Hon. Yakubu Salma, took a firm stance against this breach of conduct. In a statement, the committee condemned the actions of the supporters club as a "show of shame" and a clear violation of the league's rules. By invoking section 16.4 of the NNL's rules and regulations, the committee imposed a fine of one million naira on El-Kanemi Warriors, holding the club accountable for the actions of its supporters.

Additionally, the head of El-Kanemi Warriors' Supporters Club received a personal sanction. He was banned for the remainder of the ongoing Super Eight competition, with explicit instructions to stay away from the stadium during this period. This ban serves as a direct consequence of his role in inciting the disturbance and underscores the league's commitment to maintaining order and discipline.

In response to the incident, the NNL has also advised the management of El-Kanemi Warriors to take immediate steps to educate their supporters on the rules of football and the specific regulations governing the NNL. This educational initiative is seen as crucial in preventing future occurrences of similar disruptions and ensuring that supporters conduct themselves in a manner that aligns with the expectations of the league.

The incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium serves as a stark reminder of the importance of sportsmanship and the need for strict adherence to the rules by both players and fans. As the league progresses, the NNL's decisive action in this case sets a precedent for how such breaches of conduct will be handled, emphasizing the league's zero-tolerance policy towards any form of misconduct that threatens the spirit of fair play and safety.

Super 8: NNL Hammers El-Kanemi Warriors for indecent conduct

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