NPFL Bans Rivers State Sports Commissioner’s Media Aide Over Misleading Article
By Paul Michael
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has taken disciplinary action against Sammy Wejinya, the media aide to the Rivers State Sports Commissioner, following a thorough investigation into the fallout of the Nasarawa United versus Rivers United game.
Wejinya has been banned from all NPFL-related activities, including attending league matches at any venue, until the end of the current season. This decision was taken after a review of his article titled “Lafia, pain, blood and escaping death by whiskers,” which was deemed to have misrepresented the true state of affairs surrounding the match.
The NPFL found that Wejinya’s article contained exaggerated and false statements that harmed the image of the league and brought the game into disrepute. As a result, the league organizers have urged Wejinya to refrain from any future actions that could undermine the credibility of the NPFL.
The decision to ban Wejinya was taken to safeguard the image of the league and to maintain the integrity of the NPFL. The league organizers are committed to promoting fair play, sportsmanship, and accurate reporting, and will take disciplinary action against anyone who compromises these values.
This development serves as a reminder to all stakeholders, including media practitioners, to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in their reporting and activities related to the NPFL.
The NPFL will continue to work tirelessly to promote the growth and development of Nigerian football, and to ensure that the league remains a platform for showcasing the best of Nigerian football talent.
