NPFL: Bendel Insurance cautions Kennedy Boboye after league sanctions

The management of Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Bendel Insurance has issued a stern warning to technical adviser Kennedy Boboye following a recurrence of misconduct during the Matchday 32 encounter against Plateau United.

​Boboye received heavy sanctions for an altercation with a match official after the game, which ended in a 2-2 draw.

​Commitment to discipline

​The Benin-based club formally apologized to the leadership of the NPFL and the Nigeria Referees Association (NRA) regarding the incident. In a statement, the club emphasized that such behavior will not be tolerated, as they pride themselves on being a disciplined and law-abiding organization.

“After a careful review of the circumstances surrounding the incident and the consequences there-in, the management expressed disgust and condemned the action of head coach Kennedy Boboye and described the incident as ugly and unfortunate.

The management has also cautioned coach Kennedy Boboye and his crew against a repeat of such action(s), insisting such behaviours will not be tolerated as Insurance FC remain a disciplined and law abiding club.”

As part of the league’s disciplinary measures, Bendel Insurance will be required to play their next three consecutive home matches behind closed doors.

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