Breaking News: The NPFL Has Fined Katsina United N2 Million Over Security Breaches Against Plateau United
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has fined Katsina United N2 million following security breaches during their match against Plateau United on Sunday.
According to an official statement released by the league body on monday night, the club were charged with failing to provide adequate security, allowing unauthorised persons to gain access to restricted areas. Katsina United supporters also encroached onto the pitch, compromising the safety of players and match officials.
The NPFL imposed a N1 million fine on the club for failing to provide adequate and effective security, with another N1 million penalty for the pitch encroachment.
Katsina United have 48 hours, equivalent to two working days from the date of notification, to appeal the sanctions.
Oyebade Oluwafemi
Dailysports's expert
Translated by the editors