Abia Warriors have suspended Technical Adviser Imama Amapakabo and Chief Coach Bethel Oji from all club activities over alleged acts of insubordination.
In an official letter dated 11 May 2026 and signed by club chairman John Sam Obuh, the Nigeria Premier Football League side said the suspension takes immediate effect pending the outcome of investigations.
Despite Imama taking warriors to their first ever continental experience while finishing 3rd last season, The club said the decision followed incidents during their FA Cup semi-final against Ahudiyannem FC and a 2-0 matchday37 league defeat against Kun Khalifat which has seen the warriors further drift away from continental places, currently in 7th position, 55 points with 1 away game left to play for the season.
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According to the statement, management had issued directives and advice regarding adjustments to the team line-up in both matches, but alleged that the coaching crew failed to comply.
The club added that the actions allegedly contributed to defeats which “brought embarrassment to the club and the entire state.”
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Abia Warriors also confirmed that former Nigeria national football team goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu and his assistants have been instructed to take immediate charge of the team’s management and operations until further notice.
The suspended officials were further directed to cooperate fully with the investigation panel whenever required by the club.
