Tag: NFF
World Cup Playoffs: Chelle, NFF conclude plans as CAF confirms VAR use
Meanwhile, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has announced that the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) will be used during the…
Outrage as NFF fails to stream Super Falcons versus Benin match
The NFF Facebook page was particularly woeful as the last post on the platform was put up on October 7.
Peter Obi blasts NFF over ‘mismanaged’ FIFA funds
Mr Peter Obi has criticised the mismanagement of funds meant for football development in Nigeria, calling it a reflection of…
Embarrassment or Endorsement? FIFA’s Kebbi stadium post divides Nigerians
The Birnin Kebbi mini-stadium reportedly cost $1.18 million and was commissioned in 2023 by Governor Nasir Idris. FIFA said the…
Unpaid Salary: Oliseh speaks on dragging NFF to FIFA
Speaking on the Home Turf podcast, the former Nigerian international said that although he could easily win a case against…
Ibadan facilities can host Eagles, Gov. Makinde assures NFF
Oyo State, especially Ibadan, is ready to host big events, including Super Eagles games. Come and see our facilities, and…
FIFA, CAF join NFF workshop on future statute reforms
The NFF reaffirms its commitment to working closely with its General Assembly Members, as well as with FIFA and CAF,…
BetPawa’s locker room bonus will keep Nigerian players at home – NFF president Gusau
Somebody is investing almost ₦500 million directly into our league, and much of it goes straight to the players. That…
Ballon d’Or: NFF congratulates Nnadozie, Madugu
Nnadozie finished fourth behind England and Chelsea FC’s Hannah Hampton who took home the Trophée Yachine (named after former Soviet…
NFF points fingers after Eagles’ painful draw in South Africa
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has torn into Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers and captain William Troost-Ekong after Tuesday night’s…
World Cup Qualifier: Professional players send important message to NFF
“This is the last weekend of the school holiday. Families, especially children, should be able to access the stadium in…
Match commissioners launch new outfit as NPFL season kicks off
Nigeria’s match commissioners have launched Premium Trust Bank-powered new blazers as the new Nigeria Premier Football League season kicked off…
Super Falcons snub NFF, reject payment in naira
The controversy over the Super Falcons’ WAFCON bonuses has taken a new turn, with reports suggesting the delay was not…
Gusau commends pace of work on NFF/FIFA Players’ hostel, new training pitches
After the inspection, Gusau expressed satisfaction with the pace of work at the site and expressed confidence that the contractors…
National Sports Commission invites NFF to x-ray key issues affecting the growth of football in Nigeria
The National Sports Commission (NSC), has invited the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), to an all important meeting to brainstorm on…
Bayelsa United drags Coach Bosso to NFF, seeks N30m for contract breach
Bosso, 57, who was hired last year as Technical Adviser to the Bayelsa State team and moved the team through…
2026 FIFA World Cup Race: South Africa to host Nigeria in Bloemfontein on Sept 9
The potentially-explosive Matchday 8 encounter is expected to have enormous implications for which team will eventually win the only ticket…
Mission X: Gusau hails Falcons’ triumph, says it will inspire Eagles in World Cup race
Nigeria’s chase of a 2026 FIFA World Cup finals ticket resumes in September, when they host the Amavubi of Rwanda…
WAFU B U20 Boys Tourney: Flying Eagles edge Niger Republic 4-3 on penalties to reach final
Nigeria’s U20 boys, Flying Eagles, have qualified for the Final of the ongoing WAFU B U20 Tournament in Ghana after…
“We didn’t know he had been ill,” NFF reacts to Peter Rufai death
Rufai made his debut for the then Green Eagles in a friendly match in December 1981.
Gusau: NFF will continue to encourage football development from the grassroots
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON) affirmed on Wednesday that his administration will continue to…
13th Women AFCON: NFF launches Mission X campaign for Super Falcons
Sanusi added: “We want the Super Falcons to feel the energy of our football-passionate fans everywhere they go, from Abuja…
We achieved our objectives with the Unity Cup Tournament, Russia games – Gusau
Tournament in London and the friendly match with the Russia senior national team in Moscow, all within the past 12…
Mobolaji Johnson Arena to host 2025 President Federation Cup grand finale
The compact but dainty facility by the waterfront hosted last year’s grand finale, in which El-Kanemi Warriors defeated Abia Warriors…
Ashleigh Plumptre clears air on NFF allegation post, blames hackers
Ashleigh warned her fans not to believe any news from unverified sources. Instead, she advised them to follow only her…
Plumptre breaks silence on Super Falcons exclusion
In a candid post on her official Facebook page, Plumptre revealed that her refusal to yield to certain questionable demands…
NFF breaks silence over Christian Chukwu’s death
On 22nd March 1980, he stood proudly, hoisting the Unity Cup after Nigeria defeated Algeria 3-0 at the National Stadium,…
NFF appoints ex-Malian international Éric Chelle as Super Eagles Head Coach
Chelle, 47, is a former international player with five caps for the Aiglons of Mali. His coaching résumé includes stints…
Éric Chelle emerges new Head Coach of Super Eagles
His appointment is with immediate effect, and he has the responsibility of guiding the Super Eagles to earn a ticket…
AFCON Qualifier: Super Eagles’ ordeal at the hands of Libyans – NFF reveals details
Frustrated, Olajire said the NFF President condemned the "despicable" behaviour, which he said had no place in football, saying that…