Amaju Pinnick Denies Funds Mismanagement Allegations in Kebbi FIFA Project

Amaju Pinnick, former president of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), refuted allegations of fund mismanagement related to the FIFA Goal Project in Kebbi State. Pinnick defended the transparency of the process, emphasizing that every kobo spent was properly accounted for under FIFA's strict financial monitoring system.

The controversy arose after images of a partially completed stadium in Kebbi State were shared on social media by FIFA, sparking outrage among Nigerians questioning fund allocation and utilization. Pinnick explained that the project faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic but assured that the budget remained unchanged despite economic challenges.