IKENNE – The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has wielded the big stick against Remo Stars, handing the club a staggering N7 million fine and ordering their immediate banishment to Ibadan.
The sanctions follow a series of security breaches and violent outbursts during their Matchday 20 South West derby against Ikorodu City.
Although Daniel Ogunmodede’s men secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory on the pitch, the post-match chaos has proven far more costly.
Post-Match Chaos Leads to BanishmentReports from DAILY POST indicate that the atmosphere turned volatile after the final whistle, as rival supporters clashed.
The fracas resulted in several injuries to Ikorodu City fans and significant damage to vehicles parked within the vicinity.The NPFL management, citing a failure to provide adequate security, has now “banished” the Sky Blue Stars from their home turf in Ikenne.
Move to Ibadan As part of the disciplinary measures, Remo Stars are now required to:Relocate all remaining home fixtures for the current season.Play their home games at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, in Ibadan.
Remit the N7 million fine within the stipulated timeframe.The club has been granted a 48-hour window to lodge an official appeal against the NPFL’s decision.
Should the ruling stand, the Sky Blue Stars will have to navigate their title pursuit or continental aspirations away from their familiar home fortress.