Governance

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

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation NFF, Ibrahim Gusau, has pledged significant improvements to Nigeria’s lower football leagues for the 2025/26 season. Gusau’s commitment was conveyed by Mallam Rabiu Shara Ahlan, Chairman of the Kano State Football Association, during the Asaba 2024 Seminar for Match Commissioners, held at the Stephen Keshi Stadium on November

President Bola Tinubu is spearheading a groundbreaking initiative to revamp Nigerian football through a strategic partnership with global sports broadcasting giant IMG. This collaboration aligns with his administration’s goal to elevate the Nigeria Premier Football League NPFL to international standards and restore its past glory. Following Nigeria’s loss in the AFCON 2023 final, Tinubu engaged

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has voiced strong support for Malam Shehu Dikko’s appointment as Chairman of Nigeria’s newly reestablished National Sports Commission NSC. Infantino’s endorsement, conveyed on October 31, underscored Dikko’s extensive experience and passion for sports as essential assets for leading Nigeria’s sports sector. The announcement came as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration overhauled

Mallam Sheu Dikko officially took over as the Chairman of the newly reinstated National Sports Commission NSC after Senator Joseph Enoh stepped down in a formal handover ceremony in Abuja. President Tinubu’s administration recently dissolved the Ministry of Sports Development to restore the NSC, with Dikko highlighting the need to focus on sports as a

Shehu Dikko, the newly appointed Chairman of the National Sports Commission NSC, has outlined his vision to transform Nigerian sports, focusing on developing a sustainable sports economy. In a meeting held in Abuja with key officials, including the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, and former Sports Minister John Owan Enoh, Dikko

Shehu Dikko, former chairman of the defunct League Management Company LMC, has been appointed as the Chairman of the newly restored National Sports Commission NSC. This comes after President Bola Tinubu decides to dissolve the Ministry of Sports Development and replace it with the NSC, as part of a broader government reshuffle. The move is

The Flying Eagles are set to begin their defence of the WAFU B U20 championship, but concerns have arisen over low team morale due to limited support and motivation. Reports indicate that the squad has not received outstanding bonuses and allowances from the 2023 U20 AFCON and U20 World Cup, and they have also not

William Troost Ekong has confirmed that the Super Eagles are finally returning to Nigeria after a tense standoff with Libyan authorities ahead of their AFCON 2025 qualifier. The Nigerian team experienced unexpected difficulties when their flight was diverted, and they were left stranded at Abraq International Airport, severely hampering their preparations for the scheduled match.