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Federation Cup: Kano Pillars fans on rampage again despite victory over Niger Tornadoes

Ugly scenes greeted the 2019 Federation Cup final at the Ahmadu Bello Stadium, Kaduna where Kano Pillars defeated Niger Tornadoes 4-3 on penalties on Sunday.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), security officials had to resort to the use of teargas to disperse rampaging Kano Pillars fans after their team’s victory.

The teargas used by the security officials led to pandemonium, as many inside the stadium scampered for safety, including the dignitaries who were present.

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Those reportedly affected include the Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, as well as an unidentified player who was driven away in an ambulance, and several fans who lost consciousness.