FIFA to Decide on NFF Reform Following Key Resignations
The National Sports Commission (NSC) is awaiting FIFA's decision regarding the reform agenda for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) following the resignation of NFF president Ibrahim Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi, and other board members on August 27. This resignation was prompted by scrutiny over the performances of Nigeria’s national teams, particularly their failure to qualify for World Cups.
A FIFA-led consultation took place in Abuja with stakeholders to assess the NFF's governance structure. The FIFA delegation included Ahmed Harraz, Rolf Tanner, El Hadj Wack Diop, and Nnaemeka Olu.
The NSC stated that FIFA and CAF will review the gathered views before determining the next steps. Stakeholders expressed differing opinions on the reform process, with the players’ union, coaches, and referees favoring a normalisation committee, while State Football Association chairmen preferred the existing NFF Congress to lead the reforms.
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