NFF Fines Campos FC ₦500,000, Launches New Match-Fix Probe The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has suspended Campos FC and advanced a fresh investigation following last month's eye‑catching 15–2 result against A&A Kiviasennus in Nationwide League One. The Disciplinary Committee has imposed a ₦500,000 fine on Campos FC, while all players and officials from both sides have been suspended indefinitely pending the final decision from the Nigeria Football Integrity Unit. This extraordinary blowout, which occurred on 9 May at Awka City Stadium, triggered immediate suspicion and a discreet inquiry under Article 4:17 of the NLO regulations. The result was promptly annulled, and a full disciplinary hearing has now been scheduled. The NFF’s disciplinary committee is expected to examine appeals related to this match on 1 July in Abuja. This comes amid widespread concern that match‑fixing may be influencing playoff outcomes, with the appeals process delaying the continuation of playoffs in Port Harcourt, Sagamu and Ijebu Ode. Editorial We stand at a critical juncture in Nigerian football where transparency and justice confront shadowy practices. The NFF’s bold step to fine Campos FC and suspend all associated parties sends a resounding signal: match‑fixing will not be tolerated. This is more than a financial sanction it is a declaration of intent. By invoking its integrity mechanisms and halting key playoff fixtures, the federation affirms that the sport's credibility cannot be compromised for quick gains. We believe that swiftness must be matched by thoroughness. A rigorous and public resolution on 1 July will reaffirm our faith in Nigerian football administration. Let this process serve as a blueprint: investigations must be prompt, punishments firm, and due process fair. Success on the field must be built on integrity off it.
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