The Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) has announced the suspension of the officials for the MTN Elite One match between PWD Bamenda and Unisport du Haut-Nkam. This drastic decision follows serious shortcomings observed in the performance of their duties during this match of the 19th day of the championship.
The officials affected by this suspension, effective until the end of the season, are Emeyene Toukene, Bedine Josue, Zourmba Chris, Ndanga Mundi and Ja Ni Benedict. FECAFOOT has not specified the exact nature of these shortcomings but emphasizes the seriousness of the errors committed.
This sanction comes in a context of recurring criticism regarding the quality of refereeing in MTN Elite One. FECAFOOT, anxious to restore the credibility of Cameroonian football, seems determined to crack down on any form of behavior likely to undermine the integrity of the game.
In parallel with these suspensions, the Transitional Council of Professional Football (CTFP) also announced the provisional suspension of the Match Commissioner, Ndoh Jude, and the Match Coordinator, Assang Martin. This precautionary measure follows unsportsmanlike conduct and a lack of fair play observed during the match, which resulted in a resounding victory for PWD Bamenda over Unisport du Haut-Nkam (5-0). The CTFP has strongly condemned these actions and announced the transmission of the file to the competent jurisdictional committees for examination and further action.
These strong decisions by FECAFOOT and the CTFP demonstrate a clear desire to fight against poor governance and the excesses that undermine Cameroonian football. It remains to be seen whether these measures will be sufficient to restore the confidence of stakeholders and supporters in the refereeing and organization of competitions.
It is important to note that this is not the first time that FECAFOOT has taken disciplinary action against referees this season. In January 2026, several officials had already been suspended following controversial decisions during a match between Victoria United and PWD Bamenda. These repeated suspensions highlight the extent of the problem and the need for a profound reform of refereeing in Cameroon.
FECAFOOT reiterates its commitment to combating poor refereeing and match-fixing, stressing that disciplinary measures will be taken against any individual or group found guilty of actions that could damage the image of Cameroonian football. The federation urges clubs, officials, and supporters to remain calm and allow ongoing investigations to run their full course in the interest of transparency and justice.
