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Ogunbote to face NPFL Disciplinary Charges

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2 years ago

November 28, 2024

Technical Manager of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Gbenga Ogunbote has been invited by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) for an investigative hearing into interview he may have granted to the media.

Ogunbote spoke to the media at the end of their Matchday 12 fixture in Lagos against Ikorodu City and the league body have considered some of the positions he expressed as a breach of the code of conduct for the NPFL Coaches.

“We have taken note of certain unguarded public statements attributed to you following the MatchDay 12 fixture between Ikorodu City FC vs. Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), held on 17th November 2024.

“Your remarks, as reported, appear to contravene the League’s Code of Conduct for Coaches and Officials by casting aspersions on the integrity of the match officials and the League’s governance structure. These actions are considered detrimental to the reputation of the NPFL and its stakeholders”, read the invitation letter to the Coach.

It continued by inviting the 3SC Manager to appear before the NPFL Disciplinary Committee for an inquest on Tuesday, 3 December 2024 at 10am.

The venue is the NPFL Secretariat in Jabi district of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.
In concluding, the invitation declared that, “your appearance is mandatory, and you may come with any relevant evidence or representation to support your position. Kindly confirm your attendance on or before Friday, 29 November 2024”.

The NPFL assured stakeholders that it remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity and expects all stakeholders to adhere strictly to these principles.

The invitation was signed by Davidson Owumi, the Chief Operating Officer.

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Vipers VC celebrate captain Esther Mbah on birthday

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7 hours ago

November 14, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

Vipers Volleyball Club have felicitated with their captain, Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.

In a statement signed by the Vipers VC Team Manager, Suraj Abiodun Jabar; the club described Mbah as a leader who has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the court.

The statement also praised the Nigerian international for her valuable contributions to the club.

The statement mentioned her role in guiding Vipers to a second-place finish at the 2026 CAVB Zone 3 Club Championship in Ghana.

It read: “The management of Vipers Volleyball Club wants to celebrate Esther Mbah on the occasion of her birthday.

“She has been an asset to Vipers since joining the club, demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication and leadership.

“Her contributions to the growth and success of the team have been invaluable.

“We appreciate her efforts, professionalism and the positive influence she continues to have on her teammates. We wish her more successful years ahead, good health and greater achievements.”

The club concluded its birthday message by wishing the experienced player continued success as she leads the team towards achieving more honours.

Beyond her achievements at club level, Mbah won a bronze medal for Nigeria at the 2024 African Games in Ghana, further establishing herself as one of the country’s accomplished volleyball players.

She has also secured qualification for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, adding another milestone to her growing career.

In their separate messages, board members of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, James Datuhun and Chinedu Onikeku (OLY) as well as Coordinator of Vipers VC, Samuel Onikeku wished the Nigeria international a glamorous birthday.

They hailed Esther Mbah for exhibiting a high level of leadership trait since joining the team.

The stakeholders prayed for good health and ultimately success as she prepares for the Beach Volleyball event at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.

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