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Six banned for anti-Ba Football behaviour

From FBC News · () English

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  • The Ba Football Association has indefinitely banned six individuals for persistent anti-Ba behavior and provocation.
  • The banned individuals include Dr. Abdal Muizz Shaheed, who also faces a separate charge in court.
  • The association aims to maintain safe and family-friendly environments at all league venues.

The Ba Football Association Board of Control has imposed an indefinite ban on six individuals, prohibiting them from all league venues and football-related activities. The association cited persistent anti-Ba behavior, malicious instigation, and the deliberate provocation of supporters as reasons for the decision.

The individuals affected by the ban are Dr. Abdal Muizz Shaheed, Shai Singh, Ranji Lal, Varun Lal, Zoheb Ali, and Reshu Lata. The ban takes immediate effect, preventing them from entering any venue hosting Ba FA district or local league matches, or attending any association-organized events. Security personnel and law enforcement will monitor venues to ensure compliance, with breaches potentially leading to removal and criminal trespass proceedings.

The decision was made to safeguard players, match officials and supporters, maintaining that football venues should remain safe and family-friendly environments.

โ€” Ba Football AssociationExplaining the rationale behind the indefinite ban.

In parallel, Dr. Abdal Muizz Shaheed appeared in the Lautoka Magistrates Court regarding a charge of causing harm by posting electronic communications. The charge relates to alleged Facebook posts made between January 1 and February 16, 2026, concerning the Ba FA president and the association's administration. The court matter has been adjourned to July 17th.

The Ba Football Association stated its commitment to transparency, good governance, and football development in Ba. It affirmed that it will allow the legal process to unfold while continuing its focus on football activities. The association also anticipates additional individuals may be charged in relation to the matter, though no further charges have been officially announced.

Dr Shaheed has been charged with one count of causing harm by posting electronic communications under Section 24(1)(1A).

โ€” Ba Football AssociationProviding an update on legal proceedings involving Dr. Abdal Muizz Shaheed.
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