Football Law and Ethics

FIFA has lifted the transfer ban imposed on NPFL club Katsina United. The club was banned on June 12, 2024, due to a debt owed to player Mahamadou Souley. The ban was originally set to last for three transfer windows. However, upon settling the debt, FIFA, through its legal portal, confirmed that the ban was […]

Sports lawyer Pius Ndubuokwu has issued a warning that Nigerian football clubs are at risk of losing billions of naira on player transfers. The concerns stem from improper transfer agreements and a lack of adherence to international transfer regulations, which could lead to significant financial losses for the clubs. Ndubuokwu’s warning should serve as a

FIFA sports lawyer Pius Ndubuokwu has shed light on why young footballers, particularly from Africa, often fall victim to fraudulent activities involving fake club offers to play abroad. Ndubuokwu highlighted a significant knowledge gap between young players, their parents, and fake agents, making them susceptible to scams. The revolutions are airtight. It can’t exploit the

The management of Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC of Ibadan has provided financial support to five female coaches from the Oyo State Chapter of the Nigeria Football Coaches Association. This aid will assist their participation in the CAF C Coaching Course in Abuja. Honourable Babatunde Olaniyan Akoro, the Executive Chairman of 3SC, emphasized the importance

Becoming a top tier football referee in Nigeria requires more than just a passion for the game it demands intellectual rigour and thorough preparation, particularly for the annual NRA Nigeria Referees Association examinations that determine promotions to higher grades. The journey begins with the Referee in Training RIT to Grade 3 exam, a critical foundation

Semiat Mustapha Opeyemi has emerged as a standout figure during the Nigerian Women League Super Six held at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Despite her youth, Semiat’s commanding presence and exceptional refereeing skills in high profile matches have highlighted her promising future in football officiating. As an undergraduate at the University of

Nigeria’s FIFA referee from Lagos State, Yemisi Eunice Akintoye, has successfully passed her fitness test, joining the preparations for the African Women Championship WAFCON. Badged as a FIFA referee in 2021, Akintoye has participated in several international competitions, including the WAFU Women’s Champions League and the Aisha Buhari Tournament. Selected for her exceptional skills, the

From June 7th, sixteen top referees will take charge of the Nigeria National League NNL Promotional Super Eight tournament in Enugu. Overseeing these officials are notable referee instructors, Ameenu Mohammed of the Nigeria Football Federation, retired FIFA referee Emmanuel Imiere, and Waziri Furo, a former FIFA assistant referee. These experts will ensure fair play throughout

Selected for her outstanding skills, Yemisi Eunice Akintoye, a Nigerian referee, has been included in an elite group by the Confederation of African Football CAF for specialized training. The training, set for June 9-13 in Morocco, aims to uphold high officiating standards at the forthcoming 2024 Women’s African Cup of Nations. Though the tournament dates

The Lagos State Football Association LSFA has established an adhoc committee to focus on the development and growth of female football in the state. This move follows the recent inauguration of seven standing committees by the LSFA. Chairman of the Lagos State Football Association, Hajji Gafar Liameed, announced that the new committee will consist of