Abia Warriors, Niger Tornadoes Stadium, Others Risk Ban Ahead of 2025/26 NPFL Season

Abia Warriors, Niger Tornadoes Stadium, Others Risk Ban Ahead of 2025/26 NPFL Season

Precious Oham

The Umuahia Township Stadium, Bako Kontagora Stadium, also known as Minna Township Stadium and others are at risk of a possible ban ahead of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

This is a result of a directive from the league body for all clubs to upgrade key infrastructure at their home stadiums ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 season.

This directive comes just weeks after the conclusion of the 2024/25 campaign, which ended with Remo Stars securing their maiden league title.

With the new season scheduled to kick off in August, the NPFL has emphasized that clubs must meet minimum stadium standards or risk losing the right to host matches.

The upgrades include the installation of standard LED floodlights and a backup power generator to ensure an uninterrupted electricity supply.

In a circular signed by Chief Operating Officer Davidson Owumi, the league body stated: “Clubs must install and maintain LED floodlights that meet the required illuminance levels to facilitate night matches.”

The NPFL's move is part of broader efforts to improve matchday experiences and ensure compliance with modern broadcasting and competition standards.