In a shocking incident, players and officials of El-Kanemi Warriors, a Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club, were attacked by armed robbers on Saturday morning while traveling along the Jos-Bauchi road. The team was returning to Maiduguri after suffering a 2-0 defeat to Ikorodu City in a matchday 14 fixture played on Wednesday.
According to reports, the assailants ambushed the team bus, leaving several players and officials injured. The robbers also stole valuable items, including mobile phones and cash, before fleeing the scene. The injured individuals were immediately rushed to a hospital in Bauchi, where they are currently receiving medical attention.
The traumatic incident has cast a shadow over the team’s scheduled NPFL fixture against Bayelsa United, which was to take place in Maiduguri on Sunday. Given the circumstances, the league management is expected to postpone the match to allow the team time to recover from the ordeal.
This attack highlights the growing security challenges faced by sports teams and travelers on Nigerian roads. Fans and stakeholders have expressed outrage and called for improved measures to ensure the safety of teams during their travels.
As El-Kanemi Warriors navigate this difficult moment, the football community has rallied around them, offering support and prayers for a swift recovery of the injured and a resolution to the crisis.
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