NPFL 24/25 Kicks off with no delays!!

[Enugu II]

The 2024/25 season has started, we should note. Champions - Enugu Rangers - tied the only match at home.

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Somehow Heartland found a convenient loophole to take Beyond Limits spot for the season

[Lolly]

The reason is quite clear.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has determined that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.

Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules.

As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC. This decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.

We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league.

While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.

The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.

[Sunset]

The reason is quite clear.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has determined that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.

Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules.

As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC. This decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.

We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league.

While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.

The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.

It has nothing to do with Beyond limits eligibility, I find it questionable to believe that the other relegated clubs showed no interest (or were even aware of the option) in taking the slot

[Enugu II]

The reason is quite clear.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has determined that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.

Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules.

As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC. This decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.

We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league.

While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.

The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.

It has nothing to do with Beyond limits eligibility, I find it questionable to believe that the other relegated clubs showed no interest (or were even aware of the option) in taking the slot

Sunset,

Personally, I dislike the rule because it does not encourage hard work by these clubs and leads to backroom shenanigans. In my view, all clubs in the lower division should sign a clear undertaking to (1) either take up the slot at the higher level if promoted, and/or (2) indicate inability to do so (prior to promotion at the start of the season) and thus, their record shall not count towards promotion. I can see why a team like Beyond Limits shall choose the second option, it is mandated, because the NPFL should not allow teams under same ownership to play at the top of the league.

[Damunk]

The reason is quite clear.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has determined that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.

Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules.

As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC. This decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.

We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league.

While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.

The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.

It has nothing to do with Beyond limits eligibility, I find it questionable to believe that the other relegated clubs showed no interest (or were even aware of the option) in taking the slot

Sunset,

Personally, I dislike the rule because it does not encourage hard work by these clubs and leads to backroom shenanigans. In my view, all clubs in the lower division should sign a clear undertaking to (1) either take up the slot at the higher level if promoted, and/or (2) indicate inability to do so (prior to promotion at the start of the season) and thus, their record shall not count towards promotion. I can see why a team like Beyond Limits shall choose the second option, it is mandated, because the NPFL should not allow teams under same ownership to play at the top of the league.

What isn’t clear to me is why any 2nd tier club wouldn’t want to be promoted to the top tier - the NPFL. IF Beyond Limits couldn’t step up for technical reasons, why not the next club down ie the third or fourth placed teams instead of the NPFL’s relegated Heartlands?

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https://npfl.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/ ... 3-2024.pdf

5. Clubs
5.1. Existing Clubs which satisfy the criteria for participation, including as stated in Clause 5.3 of these Rules shall be registered to participate in the League and new teams may be admitted to participate in the League where Existing Clubs fail to meet or comply with the set criteria after given deadlines.

5.2. The Board may place advertisements to seek participation in the League, when necessary. However, the first right of refusal for participation shall be offered to:

5.2.1. the Clubs relegated from the League in the immediate preceding season in the order of their placement in the League table, failing which;

[Enugu II]

The reason is quite clear.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has determined that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.

Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules.

As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC. This decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.

We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league.

While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.

The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.

It has nothing to do with Beyond limits eligibility, I find it questionable to believe that the other relegated clubs showed no interest (or were even aware of the option) in taking the slot

Sunset,

Personally, I dislike the rule because it does not encourage hard work by these clubs and leads to backroom shenanigans. In my view, all clubs in the lower division should sign a clear undertaking to (1) either take up the slot at the higher level if promoted, and/or (2) indicate inability to do so (prior to promotion at the start of the season) and thus, their record shall not count towards promotion. I can see why a team like Beyond Limits shall choose the second option, it is mandated, because the NPFL should not allow teams under same ownership to play at the top of the league.

What isn’t clear to me is why any 2nd tier club wouldn’t want to be promoted to the top tier - the NPFL. IF Beyond Limits couldn’t step up for technical reasons, why not the next club down ie the third or fourth placed teams instead of the NPFL’s relegated Heartlands?

Damunk,

The reason is usually cost-wise. Note that only at the top league level do you have countrywide travel. That is expensive! The lower levels are abridged or zoned which somewhat keeps the travel cost reasonable. That is a KEY consideration.

[TonyTheTigerKiller]

The reason is quite clear.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has determined that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.

Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules.

As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC. This decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.

We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league.

While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.

The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.

It has nothing to do with Beyond limits eligibility, I find it questionable to believe that the other relegated clubs showed no interest (or were even aware of the option) in taking the slot

Sunset,

Personally, I dislike the rule because it does not encourage hard work by these clubs and leads to backroom shenanigans. In my view, all clubs in the lower division should sign a clear undertaking to (1) either take up the slot at the higher level if promoted, and/or (2) indicate inability to do so (prior to promotion at the start of the season) and thus, their record shall not count towards promotion. I can see why a team like Beyond Limits shall choose the second option, it is mandated, because the NPFL should not allow teams under same ownership to play at the top of the league.

What isn’t clear to me is why any 2nd tier club wouldn’t want to be promoted to the top tier - the NPFL. IF Beyond Limits couldn’t step up for technical reasons, why not the next club down ie the third or fourth placed teams instead of the NPFL’s relegated Heartlands?

In many ways, that should have been the preferred option


Cheers.

[Bigpokey24]

[Sunset]

NPFL set to sanction clubs over indebtedness to players
https://www.africasport.net/article/foo ... to-players
Posted : 30 August 2024
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Ahead of the NPFL25, the NPFL Status Committee has decided that Abia Warriors, Enyimba, Katsina United, and others must pay players and coaches millions of naira for various offenses, including the unlawful termination of contracts and unpaid salaries and wages.

The committee's decisions are as follows:

The committee mandated Abia Warriors to pay Ikedinachi Nwakanma and Julius Obinna N4 million and N3 million, respectively, for wrongfully terminating their contracts.

Additionally, Imoh Azubuike is entitled to overdue payments amounting to N3.15 million from Abia Warriors.


Abia Warriors must also pay Victor Alegbe N5 million for wrongful contract termination and overdue payments.

Enyimba is required to pay Stephen Chukwude N5 million for wrongful termination of his contract.

Jonah James, Jonas Emmanuel, H. Shamsudeen, Kanti, and Abiodun Adebayo are all entitled to overdue payments from Katsina United. These payments are to be made in installments between June and September 2024.

Katsina United must pay Coach Usman Shariff Abd'Allah N7.7 million for overdue payments.

Katsina United must pay Coach Nasir Salisu N1.25 million for overdue payments.

Katsina United must pay Coach Tony Bolus N8 million for overdue payments.

Enyimba must pay Chijioke Akuneto N1.2 million for overdue payments.

Lobi Stars must pay Christian Nwokedi N1.5 million for overdue payments.


El-Kanemi Warriors must pay Bala Yusuf, Emmanuel Adoyi, and Suleiman Sodiq N750,000, N1.65 million, and N1 million, respectively, for overdue payments.

Kwara United must pay John Obuh N10.45 million for overdue payments.

Akwa United must pay Osahon Uhunmwangbon and others N47 million for overdue payments, in revalidation of an earlier decision from 2015.

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[Gotti]

[Gotti]

The 2024/25 season has started, we should note. Champions - Enugu Rangers - tied the only match at home.

[Sunset]

[Toxicarrow]

Week 1

Heartland 1-3 Enyimba
Kwara Utd 1-2 Niger Tornadoes
Abia Warriors 0-2 Remo Stars
Sunshine Stars 3-0 Bayelsa Utd
Bendel Insurance 0-0 Rivers Utd
Plateau Utd 1-0 Katsina Utd
Nasarawa Utd 1-1 Shooting Stars
Kano Pillars 3-0 Ikorodu City.
Rangers 0-0 El-Kanemi Warriors.

Monday:
Lobi Stars vs Akwa United.

[Lolly]

[Bigpokey24]

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MD 4 results & Highlights

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[wiseone]