Governance

A heartening development unfolded in Ibadan as Governor Seyi Makinde approved land allocations for members of Shooting Stars Sports Club’s renowned 1998 squad, finalising a promise made over a quarter of a century ago. The former players and officials had been waiting since the era of military governor Amen Oyakhire for their reward individual plots […]

The Nigerian government has introduced a new incentive structure that will see the Super Eagles receive a record-breaking qualification bonus if they secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to officials speaking exclusively to Score Nigeria, the win-bonus system has been revamped. Rather than paying players on a match by match basis

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF has secured a landmark partnership with Carloha, the exclusive dealer and franchise holder of Chery vehicles in Nigeria. This agreement will make Carloha the official automobile partner of the NFF and the national teams. The contract-signing ceremony is set to take place at Carloha’s Lagos office, with top NFF officials

The Chairman of Nigeria’s National Sports Commission NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has reaffirmed the Commission’s dedication to the successful execution of the FIFA Forward Project 3.0 during an inspection at the proposed site within the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja. Joined by NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau, Dikko reviewed the project, which aims to provide

As the Confederation of African Football CAF elections draw closer, the official list of candidates for various leadership positions has been released. Among the high profile names confirmed for the FIFA Council is former Nigeria Football Federation NFF president, Amaju Melvin Pinnick. Pinnick will be contesting for a seat alongside other notable African football administrators,

Adeboye Adeyinka, popularly known as Zulu and the Senior Special Assistant on Grassroots Sports Development to President Tinubu, has pledged his full support for the 2025 Evolution Cup. The Pan African Invitational Football Tournament, now in its third edition, aims to promote grassroots football and provide a platform for young African talents. Zulu’s commitment came

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF technical committee has begun deliberations on appointing a new foreign coach for the Super Eagles. The meeting, which took place on Thursday afternoon in Abuja, is focused on identifying a coach to lead Nigeria’s campaign for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The Super Eagles currently face an uphill battle

Victor Apugo, a renowned football administrator and proprietor of Superstars Academy Nigeria, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Technical Committee, of Abia State Minifootball Association. This development was confirmed through a letter signed by David A. Adewoye, Secretary of the Nigeria National Minifootball Association. The association expressed confidence in Apugo’s ability to enhance

The Nigeria Football Federation NFF recently organized a seminar for Northern Conference Match Commissioners in Kaduna, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and professionalism of football officiating in the region. The seminar focused on equipping participants with the latest updates on match regulations, officiating standards, and effective match management techniques. The event brought together seasoned football

The National Sports Commission of Nigeria has announced the reinstatement of Ambassador Paul Maduakor as President of the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation NAFF. This decision comes following a rejection of his recent resignation, emphasizing the critical role of his leadership in the sport’s ongoing growth and transformation. The Commission’s statement highlighted Ambassador Maduakor’s passion and