The Nigeria Nationwide League (NNL) has expelled Sporting Supreme FC of Abuja from the league following the membership’s failure to honour two consecutive fixtures within the 2025/2026 league season.
In an official assertion launched by the league physique, the NNL confirmed that Sporting Supreme FC didn’t present up for an away fixture in opposition to Jigawa G’Stars FC (Match No. 23) and in addition didn’t honour a Matchday 26 dwelling fixture in opposition to Ranchers FC. The repeated absence triggered disciplinary motion according to the league’s guidelines and rules.
League Cites Breach of NNL Laws
In keeping with the assertion, the NNL activated Articles 3.7, 14.9.1, 14.10, and 14.11.1 of its rulebook to handle the violations.
“Consequently, the Nigeria Nationwide League hereby prompts Articles 3.7, 14.9.1, 14.10, and 14.11.1 of the NNL guidelines and rules,” the assertion learn.
As a part of the sanctions, Sporting Supreme FC has been fined ₦10,000,000 (Ten Million Naira) for failing to honour the affected fixtures.
Membership Expelled, Matches Nullified
The league additional dominated that Sporting Supreme FC’s failure to honour two consecutive matches warranted rapid expulsion from the competitors.
Consequently:
Sporting Supreme FC is expelled from the Nigeria Nationwide League with rapid impact.
All matches performed and unplayed by the membership this season have been cancelled.
All factors for and in opposition to the membership have been nullified, successfully eradicating their outcomes from the league standings.
5-12 months Ban for Membership and Officers
Along with the expulsion, the NNL imposed a five-year ban on Sporting Supreme FC, together with its administration and officers, from taking part within the Nigeria Nationwide League in any capability.
This resolution, based on the league, is in strict accordance with Article 3.7 of the NNL Rule E-book, which outlines sanctions for golf equipment that fail to satisfy their league obligations.
The event serves as a powerful warning to golf equipment on the significance of professionalism and adherence to league rules, because the NNL continues to implement self-discipline and shield the integrity of the competitors.
