NFF members resign
The Nigeria Football Federation’s President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi and members of its executive committee resigned from their positions on yesterday, according to a statement on the federation’s website, with Gusau confirming his decision at a press conference in Abuja. The resignations come amid mounting criticism of the NFF following the Super … The post NFF…
On September 24, the Nigeria Football Federation witnessed a significant leadership shift as its President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi, and several members of the executive committee tendered their resignations. This announcement was made public on the federation's website, with Gusau elaborating on his decision during a press conference in Abuja.
The resignations came in the wake of considerable criticism following the Super Eagles' inability to secure a spot in the 2026 men's World Cup and the Super Falcons' failure to reach the 2027 Women's World Cup.
The Women's Super Falcons' disappointment was particularly poignant, as they missed out due to a playoff loss to South Africa, marking the first time in their World Cup history that they failed to qualify after appearing in every edition since the tournament's inception in 1991. Gusau disclosed that he had previously informed the board members of his intention to resign and encouraged those who wished to follow suit to do so.
This leadership upheaval occurs a month prior to the NFF's elective congress slated for September 27 in Lafia, thereby prompting questions regarding the federation's forthcoming leadership transition and election procedures.
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