The Players Status and Arbitration Committee PSAC of the NFF has denied claims that Enyimba FC and Elkanemi Warriors have settled their debts to former players and coaches as required. Despite reports suggesting these clubs were cleared to use their new signings for Matchday 10, PSAC confirmed no such payments were made or confirmed by creditors. Both Enyimba and Elkanemi Warriors remain prohibited from fielding their newly registered players until full compliance is achieved.
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Meanwhile, Plateau United provided evidence of a partial payment to their creditor, Yarmalight FC, but has not settled a mandated fine of N1 million, leaving them partially compliant and unable to use new players. The PSAC emphasized that the NPFL and the committee do not serve as intermediaries for these payments and that clubs must debts with creditors or their legal representatives.
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The PSAC's strict enforcement of debt settlements signals a decisive step towards financial responsibility and contractual integrity in Nigerian football. Enyimba FC, Elkanemi Warriors, and Plateau United’s current situations reflect the challenges and consequences of non compliance. Clubs must prioritize resolving these issues to foster trust and professionalism within the league.
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Maintaining this level of accountability is vital for the growth and stability of the NPFL, ensuring that players' rights are respected and that clubs uphold their obligations. The spotlight on this issue serves as a reminder that the league’s reputation hinges not just on the games played but on the ethics and practices that govern them.
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The NPFL requires full debt compliance before allowing clubs to register or use new players.
The enforcement of these financial rules aims to strengthen transparency and uphold player rights within Nigerian football.
Clubs must clear their debts directly with affected parties intermediary payments via the NPFL or PSAC are not accepted.
Sanctions include the withdrawal of player licenses for new signings if clubs fail to comply fully with debt obligations.