The Nigeria National League (NNL) has moved the decisive Matchday 3 fixtures of the 2025 Super 8 playoffs to Ozoro Polytechnic Stadium after four clubs raised serious concerns over the playing condition at the Ogwuashiukwu Township Stadium.
Barau FC, Kun Khalifat FC, Osun United FC, and Doma United FC all rejected the Ogwuashiukwu pitch on Wednesday morning, describing the surface as “dangerous and substandard” just hours before the final round of group matches.
The protest triggered swift intervention from the NNL leadership, who conducted an emergency inspection before relocating all remaining fixtures to Ozoro.
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The venue switch comes at a critical juncture in the tournament, with all eight teams still mathematically in the race for promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League.
Ogwuashiukwu Township Stadium. Photo Credit: X
Southern Conference Standings after Matchday 2:
1. Osun United – 4 pts
2. Warri Wolves – 3 pts
3. Kun Khalifat FC – 3 pts
4. Crown FC – 1 pts
Final Day Fixtures (Southern Conference):
• Warri Wolves vs Crown FC ( Asaba)
• Kun Khalifat FC vs Osun United ( Ozoro)
Northern Conference Standings after Matchday 2:
1. Yobe Desert Stars – 4 pts
2. Barau FC – 2 pts
3. Wikki Tourists – 2 pts
4. Doma United – 1 pts
Ogwuashiukwu Township Stadium. Photo Credit: X
Final Day Fixtures (Northern Conference):
• Yobe Desert Stars vs Wikki Tourists ( Asaba)
• Barau FC vs Doma United ( Ozoro)
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Thursday’s final round of matches will now take place at Ozoro, where teams are expected to play under improved pitch conditions as the promotion battle reaches a dramatic climax.
