NFF imposes indefinite suspension on referee after controversial Rangers penalty in NPFL

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Refereeing Development Committee has imposed an indefinite suspension on referee Yakubu Adamu, barring him from all league and football‑related duties, for his performance in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) matchday 37 game between Rangers and Bendel Insurance.

The committee stated that the suspension is effective immediately, following Adamu’s decision to award a penalty that was deemed inconsistent with the Laws of the Game.

The penalty, which led to a goal, was considered to have significantly influenced the match result.

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The committee indicated that the referee’s conduct brought the game into disrepute, prompting the disciplinary measure.

Rangers defeated Bendel Insurance 2‑1 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu, keeping their pursuit of a ninth NPFL title alive.

The Flying Antelopes lead the table with 65 points, with Rivers United in second place on 64 points.

On the final matchday, Rangers travel to Ikorodu City, while Rivers United host Katsina United in Port Harcourt.

By Adeboye Amosu