Ibrahim Gusau Not to Blame for Nigeria's Football Failures

The article defends Ibrahim Gusau, the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), against criticism following Nigeria's failures in recent football tournaments. The Super Falcons were eliminated from the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), and the Flying Eagles lost their World Cup qualifying match against Burkina Faso.

Despite these disappointments, the article argues that Gusau should not be held responsible, as the players were well taken care of in terms of welfare, and any complaints about payments were resolved quickly. It emphasizes that once matches begin, the responsibility shifts to the players and coaching staff.

Under Gusau's leadership, players have not faced issues such as inadequate accommodation or feeding, which were problems in previous administrations. The article concludes that Gusau has prioritized player welfare and has made significant improvements, including building new pitches and hostels for players and coaches.