Nkwain Valentine continues ‘show of shame’ after Victoria stalemate in Limbe

• Victoria United’s President, Valentine Nkwain confronted match officials after a 1-1 draw against Dynamo Douala, expressing dissatisfaction with the officiating
• This incident follows a similar occurrence after a previous loss to Fauve Azur, raising concerns about the intimidation of referees
• Despite ongoing allegations of misconduct and match-fixing, the Cameroon football federation has yet to take action to address Nkwain’s behavior

Valentine Nkwain, President Victoria United, confronted match officials following a tense 1-1 stalemate against Dynamo Douala, where Douala Nathan converted a penalty.

This incident has sparked significant concerns regarding the integrity of officiating in Cameroon football and the atmosphere for referees.

After the final whistle, Nkwain, visibly incensed by the refereeing decisions, intercepted the officials as they attempted to leave the pitch. Despite their efforts to exit, he continued to engage them in a heated discussion. Alarmingly, there was no security presence to diffuse the situation.

This confrontation is not an isolated event; it marks the second occasion in which Nkwain has halted referees to air grievances about officiating. The first incident occurred after Victoria United’s narrow 2-1 defeat to Fauve Azur on January 5, 2025.

Such behavior raises red flags regarding the matchday environment surrounding his team, potentially instilling fear in officials and creating a hostile atmosphere.

Nkwain’s actions are part of a troubling trend where he consistently criticizes refereeing decisions whenever his team fails to secure points. Last season, he guided Victoria United to a championship title amid persistent allegations of match-fixing and collusion with officials. This history of complaints against referees contributes to a perception of an intimidating environment for match officials.

Despite the recurring nature of these incidents and substantial evidence of Nkwain’s unsportsmanlike conduct over the past three years, the Cameroon football federation (Fecafoot) has remained silent. This lack of action has led to doubts about the integrity of the league and allowed Nkwain to operate with apparent impunity.

It leaves room for many to speculate he will win the championship once again , as he has been announcing.