Kano Pillars have released a statement addressing the fans' trouble that happened in their match day 8 Nigeria Premier Football League encounter against Shooting Stars, NigeriaSoccernet.com reports
Fans were reported to have started trouble after the final whistle of the game at the Sani Abacha Stadium that ended 1-1.
After Mustapha Jibrin's goal in the 9th minute, the hosts seemed to be heading for victory before Adams Mustapha's equalizer for the Oluyole Warriors on 90+4 minutes.
Chaos erupted afterwards as irate Kano Pillars FC fans stormed the pitch, the referee was attacked and had to flee for safety, while 3SC players were also targeted. Tear gas had to be fired to restore order.
The Sai Masu Gida side has released a statement acknowledging unruly behavior from some of their fans, thanking security operatives for coming to avert any casualties.
"Immediately after the final whistle, a few misguided persons attempted to cause disorder within the stadium premises. However, thanks to the swift intervention of our stewards and security agencies, the situation was promptly brought under control."
The statement confirmed the players and officials left unhurt and that many of the perpetrators of the act "were arrested and handed over to the security agencies for further investigation and prosecution."
The former champions say they will fully cooperate with the authorities to ensure that any individual found culpable faces the full wrath of the law.
The statement ended with thanks to the fans for their support, as the club urged the fans to remain law-abiding.
Uche Dozie