NFF Denies Owed Coach 2 Months' Salary Before AFCON 2025 Amid Controversy
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) refutes claims of owing coach Eric Chelle two months' salary prior to AFCON 2025, despite reports of unpaid wages leading to player protests. Chelle guided Nigeria to the semi-finals of AFCON 2025, finishing fourth in the CAF qualifying group.
The NFF clarified that Chelle was owed two, not three, months' salary, with conflicting reports circulating on social media. Former FIFA anti-racism task force member Osasu Obayiuwana highlighted the controversy surrounding Chelle's unpaid wages.
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