Governance

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has paid tribute to former football club owners Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu and Senator Dr. Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah, who both passed away within days of each other. Chief Iwuanyanwu, who passed on July 25, 2024, at the age of 82, was known for transforming the Spartans Football Club of Owerri into […]

Key football figures from Nigeria’s South West region have praised Nigeria Football Federation NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau for his dedication to grassroots football development. NFF 2nd Vice President and Chairman of the Nigeria Premier Football League, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, emphasized that Gusau’s commitment to nurturing football from the grassroots level is crucial for

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF is confronted with a significant financial challenge as it explores the possibility of hiring Hervé Renard as the next coach for the Super Eagles. The French coach has requested a monthly salary of $180,000, which equates to nearly 300 million Naira, along with other conditions. A top NFF official revealed

A five day comprehensive training programme for Nigeria’s intermediate referees concluded with a closing ceremony at the NFF/FIFA Goal Project, MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. The course, which included 40 participants, featured classroom sessions on penalty area incidents, tactical fouls, recovery strategy, offside, handball, and challenges faced by referees. The training began with a fitness

In January, President Bola Tinubu approved ₦12 billion to clear unpaid bonuses and allowances for the Super Eagles and other national teams in preparation for the 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. The sports ministry, led by John Enoh, transferred the first tranche between February and March to the Nigeria Football Federation NFF account. Due to

NPFL chairman Gbenga Elegbeleye attributed the success of the 2023/24 season to the firm stance of the league organizers on maintaining high standards and enforcing rules. In a recent radio interview, Elegbeleye emphasized that their experience and strict approach were crucial in addressing the league’s issues. We attacked the problems of the league, we’re not

President of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, announced on Thursday that the Federation is committed to giving the Beach Soccer National Team, known as the Supersand Eagles, the same level of attention as other national teams once they return to international competitions. The NFF is determined to restore Nigeria’s participation in

Following directives from Sports Minister John Enoh for the Nigerian Football Federation NFF to reorganize their technical committee, attention is now focused on President Ibrahim Gusau and whether he will remove his close friend Sharif Inuwa Rabiu Ahlan as chairman. Observers have criticized Ahlan’s appointment to this crucial position, citing his lack of necessary qualifications

In a bid to restore confidence and ensure Nigeria’s successful qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Nigerian Presidency is considering the formation of a Presidential Task Force PTF to oversee the country’s preparations. This move follows a turbulent period for the Super Eagles, marked by the exit of coach José Peseiro, who had

Former Super Falcons player Iyabo Abade, now known as James Johnson, is appealing to the Nigeria Football Federation NFF for financial assistance to complete his gender correction surgery. Johnson, a hermaphrodite who underwent a sex change operation in 2004, needs N69.7 million to finalize the surgery phases that will enable him to father children. Johnson,