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1472 FC will play no further part in the ongoing 2024/2025 Nigeria National League (NNL) after being expelled by the second-tier domestic league organisers for failing to honour three league fixtures, Completesports.com reports.
The Lagos club established in October 2023 by businessman Dozy Mmobuosi has also been fined ₦5,000,000.
Before wielding the big stick, the NNL stated that 1472 FC failed to comply with Article 14:11 of the league’s codified rules, which stipulates penalties for clubs that fail to honour matches. The NNL alleged that 1472 FC was found guilty of missing three staggered league matches in Conference A, prompting the invocation of the relevant disciplinary provisions.
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1472 FC was reported to have failed to honour their matches against Abia Comets FC and Dakkada FC of Uyo.
In addition to the expulsion, 1472 FC has been handed a fine of Five Million Naira (₦5,000,000) for failing to honour matchday 15 — the third instance of default.
NNL Chief Operating Officer, Danlami Alanana, expressed disappointment at the club’s conduct.
“It is an embarrassing situation. Their action is simply a breach of the rule book and we have to apply the rules to the letter. It is unfortunate that despite several warnings, 1472 just wouldn’t heed,” Alanana fumed.
“We must avoid any action that will drag the NNL into the mud.”
Following the ruling, all matches involving 1472 FC — whether already played or yet to be played — have been annulled.
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Points previously awarded for or against the club have been cancelled, with changes reflected in the updated NNL Conference A table, effective from matchday 16.
“This disciplinary action serves as a stern reminder of the league’s commitment to upholding professionalism and integrity within Nigerian football,” the NNL Chief Operating Officer added.
By Sab Osuji
