NPFL Coaches, Officials Risk Sanctions Over Disparaging Interviews
All EuroMatch-NPFL clubs have been reminded of acceptable standards of conveying grievances in match officiating, and particularly told to desist from making disparaging public comments on the NPFL. Dr. Ayo
EuroMatch-NPFL clubs have been warned against making disparaging public comments on the league and its officials. Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman, the Chief Operating Officer of the league, issued an advisory to protect the brand and prevent acts that could drive away partnership interests. The memo, titled "warning against disparaging statements by club coaches and officials," highlighted the need for clubs to adhere to existing provisions on incendiary public statements that could tarnish the league's reputation.
The advisory came in response to a trending video interview featuring Sporting Lagos FC Coach, Jeffery Buter, who questioned the integrity of the center referee at the end of a match against Barau FC during Match-day 6. Abdulrahman reminded club officials that there are official channels for communicating grievances about officiating issues to the Secretariat.
He emphasized that all clubs must strictly ensure their coaches, managers, and officials refrain from making statements that could bring the league and its match officials into disrepute. Any further breaches will attract appropriate disciplinary action in accordance with the NPFL Framework and Rules.
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