FootballHighlightSports

Amadju Pinnick is NFF authentic leader, says FG

612

The federal government Monday said that the Amaju Pinnick led NFF is the authentic leadership for football in the country, according to Laolu Akande, head of Media to the Vice President.

“The FG has already conveyed to FIFA its firm position recognising Amaju Pinnick-led NFF as the current and only NFF executive, he said on twitter.

“Government will also continue to work with all relevant stakeholders involved to resolve the dispute in a timely manner.

“The Federal Government is upholding NFF treaty obligations to FIFA.”

Leave a comment

Related Articles

Impeachment Saga: Rivers Lawmakers Got N350m Each for Constituency Projects – Fubara’s Aide

Darlington Orji, Special Adviser to Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, has accused...

US to Spend $413m on Counter-Insurgency Operations in Nigeria, Other African Countries

The United States has announced plans to spend N587 billion ($413.046m) on...

Atiku’s Son Defects to APC, Throws Support Behind Tinubu’s 2027 Reelection Bid

The political landscape shifted this Thursday as Abubakar Atiku, son of PDP...

Infidelity, Domestic Violence Crash 30-Year Marriage of ACP and CSP Spouse

After three decades of irreconcilable differences bordering on infidelity and physical abuse,...

Super Falcons Gear Up for WAFCON 2026 Title Defence

Nigeria’s Super Falcons, the reigning champions of the Women’s Africa Cup of...

Nigeria Records Inflation Rise to 15.15% in 2025 Year-End Report

Nigeria’s headline inflation rose to 15.15% in December 2025, a significant climb...

Super Eagles’ Weak Link Exposed: Chukwueze’s Mental Block – Femi Soneye

The Super Eagles’ AFCON 2025 semi-final loss to Morocco has sparked intense...

Abuja Court Strikes Out FG’s Criminal Charges Against Sen. Natasha

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has been cleared of criminal charges after an FCT...

Gombe State Assumes Control of Electricity Market Regulation

In a significant shift toward energy autonomy, Gombe State has taken over...

Nigerians on X Slam Samuel Chukwueze for ‘Irresponsible’ Penalty Kick

Samuel Chukwueze has come under fire from Nigerian fans following his “irresponsible”...

Morocco Edges Nigeria 4-2 in Penalty Shootout, Advances to AFCON Final

In a tense semifinal clash at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Morocco...

US Suspends Visa Processing for 75 Countries, Including Nigeria

The United States has announced a temporary halt on visa processing for...

US Embassy Reopens American Centre in Abuja to Boost Nigeria Ties

The United States Embassy in Abuja has reopened its newly redesigned American...

Tax Reform Chief Oyedele Receives Death Threats Over Nigeria’s New Tax Laws

The Chairman of Nigeria’s Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms,...

Alaoji-Onitsha Transmission Line Upgrade Project: TCN, Partner Engage with Govt., Awka Communities

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in collaboration with the African Development...

Officiating Fears: Laryea’s History Raises Questions for Nigeria-Morocco AFCON Battle

All eyes are on Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea as he prepares to...

Nigerian Military Receives Major Boost from US Defense Shipment

The United States has delivered military supplies to Nigerian security agencies in...

CDS Oluyede Unveils Plans for Improved Salary, Welfare for Nigerian Military

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen. Olufemi Oluyede has announced a significant...

Salah, Mane Renew Rivalry at AFCON Semi-Finals

The stage is set for a thrilling encounter in the Africa Cup...

Missing ₦128bln: SERAP Demands Immediate Probe of Power Ministry, NBET

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola...