Nigeria Football Federation Reform
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FIFA accepts the mass resignations of Nigeria Football Federation leaders and supports reforms led by the National Sports Commission. The changes face domestic controversy, including criticism of Obafemi Martins and a fake letter claiming FIFA would sanction Nigeria.
FIFA accepts NFF mass resignations, backs NSC-led reform
FIFA has accepted the mass resignation of Nigeria Football Federation officials and backed a reform process led by the National Sports Commission, according to the NFF. A Nigerian delegation led by National Sports Commission Chairman Shehu Dikko met FIFA President Gianni Infantino and other officials at FIFA House in Zurich. The delegation included NSC Director-General Bukola Olopade, acting NFF G…
Martins faces backlash over Seyi Tinubu NFF endorsement
Obafemi Martins’ suggestion that Seyi Tinubu could help lead the Nigeria Football Federation has triggered criticism from former players and social media users. Martins made the comments on The Obi On…
Infantino Backs Nigeria’s Football Reform Plan as FIFA Accepts NFF Resignations
Gianni Infantino has signaled FIFA’s support for Nigeria’s plan to overhaul football administration after meeting a Nigerian delegation at FIFA House in Zurich. The delegation was led by National Spor…
NFF exposes fake FIFA letter as Nigeria delegation meets football body
The Nigeria Football Federation has rejected as entirely fake a letter circulating in the media that appeared to warn Nigeria of suspension from international football. The document, dated 1 September…
