FORMER NIGERIAN FOOTBALLERS CAN RUN THE NFF — IF GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY, THEY SHOULD START WITH THE ORGANIZATIONAL CHART, BUDGET AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Playing football does not automatically qualify anyone to lead the NFF. But when a former player has also acquired management experience, understands accountability and can build a competent team, he
Former Nigerian footballers should be considered for leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) if they possess the necessary qualifications. Paul Lucky Okoku argues that the argument that former players cannot run the NFF is legitimate, as not all ex-players are suited for administration. However, those with management experience, education, judgment, discipline, and accountability should be given a chance to lead the organization.
Okoku suggests starting with the organizational chart, budget, and accountability. The NFF President should not be involved in every aspect of the organization's operations, but rather oversee the delegation of responsibilities to competent professionals. The President should focus on significant decisions, strategy, and relationships, while the Secretariat handles day-to-day administration.
The NFF should adopt a clear delegation structure, with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, similar to a pyramid model. The President should delegate tasks, monitor performance, and hold people accountable. The NFF should also adopt a RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed) system to ensure clear accountability.
Performance and financial management should be transparent, with specific targets, deadlines, and regular audits. The NFF should maintain a RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies) register to identify and manage potential problems before they become crises.
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