Mr Akonfolarin acknowledged that his team would need to work on conceding fewer goals in upcoming encounters.
The governor urged the new board members to bring their wealth of experience to bear on improving football administration in the state.
The head coach of Bayelsa United said his team deserved to win the match, saying they played well.
The coordinator of Sunshine Stars and Sunshine Queens, Tokunbo Akinyelure, described the deceased as jovial and dutiful.
“Burial arrangements for the departed will be communicated as authorised by the family.’’
The club said the “seriously injured” people were taken to a nearby hospital with the help of the Nigerian Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officers.
The latest development by the refereeing committee will be a huge relief for the fans who have been clamouring for it.
Also, Kano Pillars made a surprising change before the halftime whistle, with Yusuf Abdullahi replacing Mustapha Salis.
Bayelsa United secured an unusual away win against Wikki Tourists of Bauchi.
“It is better for us as a state, but some people don’t understand this. Once it happened, they will thank Mr Governor.”
