Abuja – The League Management Committee (LMC) has slammed N3.5 million fine on the 3SC Football Club of Ibadan.
The LMC in a statement said that it sanctioned 3SC after reviewing the match 31 game between the club and Remo Stars which ended in 1-1 draw.
While 3SC will pay N3 million of the fine to LMC, it was ordered to pay N500,000 as compensation to Tobi Adepoju, a journalist
for lost valuables and medical bills.
“Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan is closed to fans for the remaining fixtures of the season while a further breach will lead to the club being banished to a neutral ground.
” 3SC also stands the risk of 2 points deduction to last for a probational period ending with the season.
“3SC’s media officer, Tosin Omojola and kit manager, Majolagbe Kolawale have been expelled from all NPFL related activities for a minimum period of 12 months in the first instance,” the LMC said in its verdict on the match.
The LMC said the punishment
meted out to the club because
it “breached the NPFL rules and framework, failing to provide effective security leading to breakdown of order after their match.
“3SC also failed to provide adequate security for match officials before, during and after the match resulting in
the harassment and intimidation
of the referee.
“3SC is also charged for failure to contain and control their fans after the match resulting in disturbances, including the attacking of a media personnel, Adepoju Tobi, an act capable of bringing the game to disrepute.
“3SC is also charged for breach of the peace agreement brokered by the LMC between the two clubs (3SC & Remo Stars) with regards to guaranteeing peace, order and fair play during matches between the two,” the LMC said.(vitalnewsngr.com)
