Author: Aisha Akanni
The Bayelsa State government has issued a stern warning to Bayelsa United, threatening to ban the club if they are relegated at the end of the season.
Additionally, the government has given Bayelsa United’s technical adviser, Ladan Bosso, and his coaching staff a two-game ultimatum to secure their jobs.
At a recent meeting with the coaching team and club management in Yenagoa, Commissioner for Sports Development Daniel Igali stated that the ultimatum was necessary due to the team’s ongoing struggle to secure wins.
Igali emphasized that the government cannot continue to “fold its hands” while the team’s performance declines, especially given the significant financial support provided by the state.
The two-game ultimatum will begin with Bayelsa United’s upcoming fixtures against Rivers United in Port Harcourt and Katsina United.
Igali made it clear that if Bosso’s team fails to secure victories in both matches, the entire technical crew could lose their positions.
Currently, Bayelsa United sits in 18th place with just 10 points from 10 games.
Bosso, who took charge of the team at the start of the season, now faces a pivotal moment, with his future hinging on the outcomes of these next two games.
This weekend, Bayelsa United will travel to face Rivers United in a South-South derby at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, followed by a home match against Katsina United at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa.
