NPFL: Sporting Lagos Coach Buter fined N.5m over referee comments after Ikorodu City Derby

Premium Times Nigeria | 08-10-2026 05:55pm |

Sporting Lagos coach Buter has been fined N500,000 by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for comments made about referees. The sanction was imposed after Buter appeared before a disciplinary panel on Wednesday to explain his remarks following Sporting Lagos' goalless draw with Ikorodu City on 30 September. The NPFL's decision underscores its stance on maintaining respect for match officials.

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