Katsina United have been slammed with a ₦9 million fine and ordered to play all their remaining home games behind closed doors in Jos after violent scenes broke out during their 1-1 draw with Barau FC on Saturday.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) announced the sanctions on Sunday, citing multiple breaches of its Framework and Rules.

The league accused the club of failing to provide adequate security and losing control of their supporters during the encounter at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium.

According to the NPFL, unauthorised individuals gained access to restricted areas, and some fans threw dangerous objects onto the pitch, leading to injuries to players from Barau FC.

“The club failed to ensure proper conduct of their supporters leading to the harassment of Barau FC players and match officials,” the NPFL said in its statement.

The league further described the behaviour of Katsina United supporters as “conduct capable of bringing the game into disrepute.”

Under the penalties, the club was fined ₦3 million for the misconduct of fans and throwing objects, another ₦2 million for not providing effective security, and ₦4 million as compensation for medical expenses, bus repairs, and damages suffered by Barau FC players and officials.

The NPFL also directed that all Katsina United home fixtures be moved to the New Jos Stadium and played without spectators. The club has 48 hours to appeal the decision.