)
The team was on its way to Benin, the Edo State capital, to honor NPFL match day 13 against Bendel Insurance when the attack occurred along the Benin-Ore Expressway.
In a shocking incident, the team bus of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club side, Sunshine Stars Football Club of Akure, was attacked by gunmen on Thursday.
The team was on its way to Benin, the Edo State capital, to honor NPFL match day 13 against Bendel Insurance when the attack occurred along the Benin-Ore Expressway.
During this appalling attack, a ball boy was shot, and several team members, including the team manager, sustained severe injuries.
The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital for immediate medical attention with the assistance of the Federal Road Safety Corps officers.
)
The severity of their injuries has not been fully disclosed, but the situation has understandably caused distress within the football community.
This incident has raised significant concerns about the safety and security of athletes, particularly while traveling for matches.
)
16:51 - 05.12.2023
NPFL fined Gombe United 7 Million Naira for Fans' Misconduct
Gombe United Football Club has faced the brunt of the Nigeria Premier Football League's (NPFL) disciplinary actions, receiving a hefty fine of Seven million naira.
)
11:50 - 05.12.2023
NPFL hammer lands on Katsina United for dress code violation
The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has sanctioned Katsina United after one of their players was spotted with an inappropriate dress.
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) and the football community have expressed outrage and concern over this heinous act. The motive behind the attack is still unclear, and authorities are investigating to apprehend the perpetrators.
The attack on Sunshine Stars FC is a grim reminder of the risks and challenges faced by sports teams in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures to protect players and staff.
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)