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Nigeria Rugby Federation Suspends 7 Players Over Indiscipline

by Leadership News
6 months ago
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Nigeria Rugby Federation Suspends 7 Players Over Indiscipline
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The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation, NRFF, has announced the suspension of eight players from Edo and Delta rugby clubs due to disciplinary infractions during league matches played at Adolor College, Benin City, in the 2023/24 league season.

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According to the Federation, following a thorough investigation, its Disciplinary Committee found the players guilty of misconduct in connection with a fight that erupted during the matches.

“The incident, detailed in reference number NRFF/NSC/FEAD/CON/VOL.1/085, led to decisive action to maintain the league’s integrity and sportsmanship.

“The players suspended are as follows: Eselekhomwen Nelson Hope (Edo RFC); Isidor Okafor (Delta RFC); Christian Eleberi (Edo RFC); Shunamite Okorie (Edo RFC); Abovwo Imoisi (Edo RFC); Chioma Nwankpa (Edo RFC) and Mene Augustar (Edo RFC)”, NRFF said.

The Federation added that each player is to serve a two-match suspension, which will commence from the Super Six playoffs and extend into the 2024/25 regular league season.

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The NRFF emphasized its commitment to upholding discipline and ensuring a fair playing environment for all teams and players.


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