Nigeria, Nov. 20 -- Enyimba have moved swiftly to shut down reports claiming the club imposed a 50% salary cut on players after their 1-0 home defeat to Wikki Tourist, branding the story "false" and "irresponsible" in a strongly worded statement.

The widely circulated report had alleged that the nine-time NPFL champions not only slashed players' wages but also suspended the entire coaching crew in reaction to Sunday's loss in Aba.

The timing of the rumour coincided with broader scrutiny at the club, adding fuel to an already tense moment.

But Enyimba insist none of it is true.

In its official response, the club dismissed the claims as "entirely fabricated," insisting it had not "authorised, initiated, or implemented any form of wage r...