The organizers of Nigeria’s top-flight women’s football league have imposed disciplinary sanctions on Ibom Angels FC following crowd disturbances and the assault on Bayelsa Queens players and officials during their league fixture in Uyo.
The decision was announced on Thursday, 8 January 2026, after a review of match officials’ reports and video evidence from the encounter played on Wednesday, 7 January 2026, at the Uyo Township Stadium, Akwa Ibom State.
Findings confirmed that supporters of Ibom Angels encroached onto the field of play and attacked players and officials of Bayelsa Queens. The incident was described as a serious breach of league regulations, safety standards, and the principles of fair play.As a result, Ibom Angels FC has been fined a total of ₦2.5 million for multiple violations.
The sanctions include ₦1.5 million for assault, intimidation, and offensive conduct, as well as an additional ₦1 million for bringing the game into disrepute and failing to provide adequate security.In addition to the financial penalty, Ibom Angels have been ordered to play their next three home matches behind closed doors, in line with league disciplinary provisions.Commenting on the ruling, the league’s Chief Operating Officer, Modupe Shabi, stressed the importance of safety and discipline within women’s football.“The safety of players, officials, and match personnel is non-negotiable.
What occurred in Uyo represents a serious breach of our regulations and values. Strong measures will continue to be taken against any club whose supporters engage in violence or conduct capable of damaging the integrity of the league.”
The affected fixtures to be played without spectators are Ibom Angels’ home matches against Ekiti Queens, Edo Queens, and Naija Ratels, scheduled for January and February.
League organizers further warned that failure to comply with the sanctions or any repeat of similar incidents could attract harsher penalties, including extended venue bans and additional disciplinary actions.
