NPFL suspends Kun Khalifat media officer for five matches

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has imposed a five-match suspension on Kun Khalifat FC's media officer, Saviola Godwin Otu. This disciplinary action stems from an unprofessional post and refusal to attend the league's invitation. Otu faced additional penalties, including a fine of N200,000. The league's sanction followed the publication of a video on social media platform X, capturing a post-match incident involving an injured coach.

Accompanying the video was a statement from Kun Khalifat after their Matchday Nine clash against Doma United. The NPFL deemed the video's graphic content inappropriate and unprofessional, as it did not align with the expected standards of conduct for a club media officer. The league argued that such a post could negatively impact public perception of the competition and lead to discord among clubs and supporters.

Furthermore, the NPFL criticized Otu for not honoring the league's invitation to discuss the matter, labeling this as a serious offense justifying disciplinary measures. The governing body called on clubs and their media personnel to use proper channels for addressing post-match concerns to ensure thorough investigations and fair outcomes.