The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has strongly condemned the violent scenes that followed Sunday’s 1–1 draw between Kano Pillars and Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) at the Sani Abacha Stadium in Kano.

Moments after the final whistle of the high-tension Matchday 8 fixture, a section of home supporters invaded the pitch, attacking match officials and visiting players in chaotic scenes that have drawn widespread outrage across the football community.

A late equaliser that triggered unrest

Kano Pillars had taken an early lead through Mustapha

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