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NPFL cracks down on Bendel Insurance after Match Day 32 chaos

Posted : 31 March 2026

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Disciplinary Committee has come down hard on Bendel Insurance following multiple breaches recorded during their Matchday 32 clash against Plateau United in Benin City.

The encounter, held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium on March 28, was marred by serious security lapses and crowd misconduct, prompting swift action from the league body.

According to the committee’s findings, Bendel Insurance failed to guarantee adequate security, allowing unauthorized individuals to gain access to restricted areas. The situation escalated as supporters engaged in unruly conduct, including actions that brought the game into disrepute and harassment of match officials.

The most severe incident occurred after the final whistle, when match officials were reportedly held hostage for about 40 minutes—an offense that drew significant sanctions from the league.

As punishment, the Benin-based club has been slammed with a total fine of ₦5 million, broken down across various infractions, including poor security arrangements, fan misconduct, and the post-match detention of officials.

Head coach Kennedy Boboye was not spared in the ruling. The experienced tactician was found guilty of gross misconduct toward a match official and has been handed a 17-match suspension alongside a ₦2 million fine.

In addition, Bendel Insurance will play their next three home fixtures behind closed doors, a move aimed at curbing further crowd-related incidents and reinforcing discipline within the league.

The NPFL’s decision underscores its renewed commitment to maintaining order, safety, and professionalism across match venues as the season approaches a decisive stage.

These stringent measures serve as a stern warning to all clubs regarding the importance of matchday security and official protection. By enforcing these penalties, the league aims to ensure that the integrity of the game remains uncompromised as the competition intensifies.

 

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