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NPFL Sanctions Doma United
NPFL fines Doma United ₦5.25m for security breaches, orders three home matches behind closed doors.
In brief
NPFL fines Doma United ₦5.25m for security breaches, orders three home matches behind closed doors. NPFL sanctions Doma United with ₦5.25m fine and three home matches behind closed doors after security breaches and supporter misconduct during a match. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
NPFL sanctions Doma United
The Nigeria Premier Football League has fined Doma United ₦5.25 million and ordered three home matches behind closed doors following security breaches and supporters’ misconduct during their 1-1 draw with Kun Khalifat FC.
Incident details
The sanctions follow the league’s findings over the incident during the Matchday Nine fixture played at the Pantami Stadium in Gombe on Saturday, 17 October 2026.
Security failures
Doma United failed to provide adequate and effective security, allowing unauthorised persons to gain access to restricted areas.
Supporter misconduct
The league cited hostile conduct by the club’s supporters towards match officials and officials of the visiting team, as well as gross misconduct towards an away team official after the match.
Financial penalties
Doma United received ₦3 million for repeated security failures, ₦1 million for hostile conduct, ₦1 million for gross misconduct, and ₦250,000 for medical treatment of Kun Khalifat head coach Obinna Uzoho.
Match commissioner
The match commissioner has been recommended for demotion to a lower league over alleged dereliction of duty, insufficient supervision, and inadequate reporting of the match.
Appeal deadline
Doma United have 48 hours from the date of the notice to appeal the sanctions.
Security warnings
The NPFL warned Doma United to strengthen security arrangements and educate supporters on acceptable conduct, threatening more severe sanctions if breaches continue.
Previous sanctions
The sanctions follow a series of disciplinary actions by the NPFL during the 2026/27 season for misconduct and rule breaches, including Ranchers Bees fined ₦5 million on 1 October and Inter Lagos sanctioned with ₦5…
Consequence
By ordering three home matches behind closed doors and imposing financial penalties, the NPFL has made it clear that clubs must maintain order at their grounds and ensure the safety of visiting teams and match…
The short version
NPFL sanctions Doma United with ₦5.25m fine and three home matches behind closed doors after security breaches and supporter misconduct during a match.
