Kun Khalifat quit NPFL over disputed sanctions

Kun Khalifat FC have announced their immediate withdrawal from the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following sanctions imposed on the club for failing to honour their Matchday 24 fixture against El-Kanemi Warriors.

The club made the announcement in an official statement on Wednesday, expressing “shock, disappointment and outrage” over the NPFL’s decision to forfeit them three points and three goals, in addition to imposing a N10 million fine.

Kun Khalifat explained that the affected fixture, scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, could not be honoured due to logistical challenges, including the breakdown of the team’s vehicles. According to the club, the NPFL Board had been duly informed of the situation in a letter dated February 1, 2026.

The statement, signed by the club’s Chief Executive Officer, Michael Amaefula, accused the NPFL of ignoring their communication and unilaterally rescheduling the match before imposing what it described as “harsh and disproportionate” sanctions.

It further described the sanctions as a “travesty of justice,” alleging a lack of willingness by league organisers to engage clubs in a fair and transparent manner.

The statement partly reads: “The decision to forfeit 3 points and 3 goals, coupled with a fine of N10m, is not only disproportionate but a clear indication of the NPFL’s bias against our club. We believe that the sanctions are a travesty of justice and demonstrate a lack of willingness to engage with clubs in a fair and transparent manner.

“As a result of these unfair sanctions, we, Kun Khalifat FC, hereby announce our immediate withdrawal from the Nigerian Premier Football League (NPFL). We can no longer continue to be part of a league that disregards the challenges faced by its member clubs and prioritises punishment over fairness and justice.”

The club also called on the NPFL to review its policies and procedures to ensure fair treatment of member clubs, while urging other teams to demand reforms and greater accountability from the league’s management.

Despite the withdrawal, Kun Khalifat said it would continue to explore other avenues to showcase its talents and contribute positively to Nigerian football.

The club is one of the four privately owned clubs featuring in the 2025/26 NPFL season, alongside Remo Stars, Ikorodu City and Barau FC.

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