Suspended ₦15 million: Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman Blasted After Shameful Rivers United Broadcast Verdict

By Breaking News Nigeria On Nov 7, 2026

NPFL Broadcast Controversy: Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman & Rivers United Face Backlash | Pulse Nigeria

NPFL Chief Operating Officer Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman

The NPFL board and COO Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman face fierce criticism after suspending a ₦15 million fine and 3-point deduction for Rivers United over blocking broadcast partner MBI. Fans argue the lenient decision sets a dangerous precedent for league governance.

Rangers starting line up against Ikorodu City. Image: Modo Victor

Rangers starting line up. Image: Modo Victor

NPFL Chief Operating Officer Dr. Ayo Abdulrahman

#NPFL27 slams Rivers United with N15m suspended fine
#EUROMATCHNPFL
🔗 https://t.co/fqnxOMbZKg https://t.co/j2ADTALmOL
— EUROMATCH-NPFL (@NigeriaPFL) November 4, 2026

NPFL club Rivers United.

CLUB STATEMENT https://t.co/hiZDDNh8Qv
— Rivers United FC (@RiversUnitedFC) November 5, 2026

Rivers United boss Finidi George

This is what you get when you encourage rubbish. I don’t blame Rivers United for this sickening audacity, but Dr Ayo Abdulrahman and everyone on that league body deserves to be stripped naked in public. You all now see why our league can’t attract sponsors and also can’t grow?
Nonsense! https://t.co/9DRm7r9uJ2
— SALI KUTUSHI🐎 (@thxhilariousope) November 5, 2026