The Nigeria Football Federation Refereeing Development Committee has suspended referee Yakubu Adamu indefinitely from all league and football-related activities following his performance in the Nigeria Premier Football League clash between Rangers International F.C. and Bendel Insurance F.C., NigeriaSoccernet.com reports.
According to the committee, the sanction takes immediate effect after the referee awarded a penalty during the match, which was considered inconsistent with the provisions of the Laws of the Game.
The controversial decision resulted in a goal and was said to have significantly influenced the outcome of the encounter.
The committee further stated that the referee’s actions brought the game into disrepute, leading to the disciplinary action against the match official.
The NFF also reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining professionalism, fairness, and integrity in football officiating across the country.