NPFL Matchday 10: Officials Named and Broadcast Schedule Confirmed

Matchday 10 Overview

The Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) has officially unveiled the list of match officials and the broadcast schedule for the highly anticipated Matchday 10 fixtures. As the league progresses, the upcoming round of games promises intense action across various venues, with two specific encounters selected for live broadcast to ensure fans across the country can follow the developments in real-time.

Live Broadcast Fixtures

For supporters unable to attend the stadiums, the NPFL has confirmed that two high-profile matches will be available for viewing. The clash between Abia Warriors and Niger Tornadoes at the Enyimba Stadium in Aba will be streamed live on the official NPFL YouTube channel. Additionally, the encounter between Ikorodu City and Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos will receive extensive coverage, being broadcast via the MBI YouTube channel, Afro Soccer, and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN).

Weekend Schedule and Officiating Appointments

The action kicks off this Saturday, October 24, 2026, with Katsina United hosting Plateau United at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. Bright Nwosu has been appointed as the referee for this tie, supported by assistant referees Abdulwahab Bakare and Scholastica Amara Ikeobi, with Usman Aliyu serving as the fourth official.

Sunday, October 25, 2026, features a packed schedule of matches, all kicking off at 4:00 PM. In Benin City, Bendel Insurance will face Rivers United with Zakari Mohammed officiating. Meanwhile, Barau FC takes on Kwara United in Kano under the supervision of referee Alohan Osakpamwan. Other Sunday fixtures include Kun Khalifat against Inter Lagos in Owerri, Nasarawa United hosting Enyimba in Lafia, and Warri Wolves playing Kano Pillars at the Southern Delta University Stadium in Ozoro.

Rearranged Fixtures

The league organizers have also announced that two matches have been rescheduled to later dates in November. The game between Ranchers Bees and Doma United has been moved to Wednesday, November 18, 2026, with the venue yet to be finalized. Furthermore, the match between Sporting Lagos and Rangers has been pushed to Wednesday, November 25, 2026, and is set to take place at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos.

Full List of Match Officials

The integrity of the league remains a priority, with a full complement of officials assigned to each game. The appointments for the upcoming weekend are as follows:

• Katsina United vs Plateau United: Referee: Bright Nwosu; Assistants: Abdulwahab Bakare, Scholastica Amara Ikeobi; 4th Official: Usman Aliyu.
• Bendel Insurance vs Rivers United: Referee: Zakari Mohammed; Assistants: Emmanuel Ajewole, Suleiman Abdullahi; 4th Official: Linus Akobi Ogar.
• Barau FC vs Kwara United: Referee: Alohan Osakpamwan; Assistants: Enizie Gwegwe, Imuetinyan Ikponmwonsa; 4th Official: Mohammed Kawu Dahiru.
• Abia Warriors vs Niger Tornadoes: Referee: John Tope Ojeleye; Assistants: Alhassan Bello, Anuoluwapo Balogun; 4th Official: Daniel Mark.
• Ikorodu City vs Shooting Stars: Referee: Oluwatobi Mojeed; Assistants: Ridwan Ajao, Samuel Olufemi Akinlade; 4th Official: Emmanuel Omada.
• Kun Khalifat vs Inter Lagos: Referee: Yusuf Abdullahi Indabawa; Assistants: Habibu Salihu, Jamilu Hamisu; 4th Official: Joel Onoh Ota.
• Nasarawa United vs Enyimba: Referee: Kasim Abdulsalam; Assistants: Dahiru Muazu, Lukman Mudashiru; 4th Official: Mahmud Mansur Ngaski.
• Warri Wolves vs Kano Pillars: Referee: Eric Kwanga; Assistants: Musa Isyaku Mohammed, Amber Samuel; 4th Official: Chidiebere Pascal Ene.

These appointments reflect the league’s commitment to maintaining standard officiating protocols as the competition intensifies.

Source: npfl.com.ng