The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) has ruled that Beyond Limits Football Academy will not be participating in the 2024/2025 season due to concerns regarding dual interest.
Specifically, there is one ownership of Beyond Limits Football Academy and Remo Stars, a club already competing in the NPFL, which constitutes a breach of Rule B11.4 of the NPFL Framework and Rules, the league explained on Tuesday.
As a result of this decision, the slot previously occupied by Beyond Limits Football Academy has been relinquished and subsequently handed over to Heartland FC, the NPFL noted.
The league body said the decision aligns with Rule A5.2, which stipulates the criteria for club participation. Heartland FC met the requirements set by the NPFL board and was the only relegated club to express interest in filling the vacancy.
“We also need to clarify that there was no slot buying transaction, as such practices are explicitly prohibited under NPFL rules. The NPFL remains committed to upholding a fair and competitive league,” the league added.
“While the NPFL rules do not explicitly foresee every scenario, the board has exercised its discretion, as permitted under the league’s governing documents, to ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the league and its stakeholders.
“The NPFL will continue to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring that all actions taken are in line with our commitment to fairness and the integrity of the competition.”
Heartland were relegated from the NPFL last season but will now play in the league when it fully resumes this weekend.
Beyond Limits, an academy run by last season’s NPFL runners-up Remo Stars, gained promotion from the Nigeria National League to the top flight but cannot participate.
