RTU HANDED SIX MATCH HOME BAN, AWAITS MEDEAMA CHARGES

7 November, 2012

The disciplinary committee of the Ghana Football Association has handed a six match home ban and a 4-month ban to Mr. Abu Nurudeen, Chief Executive Officer, of Real Tamale United for misconduct of the CEO and Supporters of Real Tamale United (RTU) in connection with their Glo Premier League match with Aduana Stars at Tamale on 21st October, 2012.

FINDINGS
From the evidence above, the Disciplinary Committee finds both RTU and its CEO guilty as charged.
DECISION:

On the basis of the above findings, the Committee decides as follows:
a) Mr. Abu Nurudeen, CEO of RTU is given a 4 month ban from all GFA approved activities in line with GFA Regulation 39(1) (a).
b) RTU is banned from its Home Venue for Six (6) Matches and additionally, fined GH¢5,000.00 for its supporters’ assault and battery on Assistant Referee 1 Kofi Asare as per GFA regulation 39(7) (b).

c) Again, RTU is fined GH¢5000.00 for indulging in acts which have the effect of putting the game of football into disrepute, as demonstrated by the unwholesome behaviour of its supporters. (GFA Regulation 39(7) (a).)

d) The Club is to bear the medical bills of Assistant Referee 1 Kofi Asare totaling GH¢ 155.00

Meanwhile, the club woes may not be over yet as they are again invited to appear before the disciplinary committee to answer to charges of misconduct with regards to the incidents of violence occurred during their Glo Premier League match against Medeama on Sunday, October 28, 2012 in Tamale during match-day-5.

The disciplinary proceedings will commence against RTU on Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 3:00pm.