Green Beret FC Sanctioned Following Assault on Match Officials

Green Beret FC Sanctioned Following Assault on Match Officials
Green Beret FC Sanctioned Following Assault on Match Officials

 

The Nationwide League One (NLO) has taken swift disciplinary action against Green Beret FC after players and officials of the club reportedly assaulted a match referee at the end of their game against Standard FC Kaduna on May 2, 2025.

 

According to the official match report received by the NLO Secretariat, the center referee was attacked by players and club officials of Green Beret FC immediately after the final whistle, resulting in bodily injuries.

 

The incident is a clear violation of Article 4.07(1) of the NLO rulebook, which prohibits intimidation or harassment of match officials before, during, or after games. The league has condemned the actions and issued provisional sanctions pending a full investigation by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Disciplinary Committee.

 

As a result, the following individuals have been suspended from all NLO-related activities:

• Alhassan Tofa (Jersey No. 1)

• Emmanuel Maidawa (Jersey No. 33)

• Major Aliyu Usman Akashe

• Officer Musa (Driver)

 

The NLO warned that any appearance of these individuals in Green Beret FC matches would result in further sanctions.

 

Additionally, Green Beret FC has been fined ₦100,000, which must be paid within 48 hours. The league emphasized that the sanctions are in accordance with established rules and regulations and affirmed the club’s right to appeal the decision.

 

Chief Operating Officer Olushola Ogunnowo reiterated the NLO’s commitment to protecting the integrity of match officials and upholding discipline within the league structure.

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