NPFL: Wikki Tourists' Aliyu suspended for Rivers United clash

Author: Taiwo AdesanyaPublished on: May 9, 2026Country: Nigeria

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NPFL: Wikki Tourists' Aliyu suspended for Rivers United clash

The Nigeria Premier Football League has suspended Wikki Tourists defender Abubakar Aliyu after he accumulated five yellow cards this season. His latest card was received during the 3-1 defeat against Ikorodu City. Aliyu will miss the matchday 37 encounter against Rivers United. The league body backed referee Joseph Ogabor's decision despite criticism from Wikki Tourists.

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