Remo Stars and Ikorodu City summoned after derby incident
Remo Stars and Ikorodu City have been called to an investigative hearing by the Nigeria Premier Football League following reports of violence involving fans during and after their recent derby. The league's Chief Operating Officer, Davidson Owumi, voiced disappointment that such incidents occurred despite earlier peace talks between both clubs. The hearing aims to determine the causes of the fracas and decide on possible sanctions. Both clubs had previously met for reconciliation, but tensions remained high during their latest encounter.
Match highlights
- The NPFL summoned Remo Stars and Ikorodu City to an investigative hearing on Monday, January 19, at their Abuja office.
- The controversy followed a heated South West derby at the Remo Stars Stadium, where Remo Stars won 1-0 with a 47th-minute goal by Haruna Hadi.
- The match came after a previous fixture in Lagos in late December, which Ikorodu City won 1-0 and ended with a touchline disagreement.
- Despite peace talks at the NPFL headquarters on Tuesday, reports and video evidence showed fracas after the final whistle.
- Remo Stars introduced new players Fabian Nworie and Albert Korvah before the match, and their win moved them to 13th place with 25 points.
