Super Eagles Captain Ekong Addresses Unpaid Bonuses Ahead of World Cup Playoff

Super Eagles captain William Troost Ekong released a statement following a player boycott of training due to unpaid bonuses before the World Cup playoff against Gabon. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has faced criticism for outstanding payments dating back to 2019, including bonuses for the AFCON 2023 and World Cup playoffs.

Ekong clarified that the players are fighting for their regular allowances, not special bonuses, and expect a resolution before the upcoming match.