The Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Enoh, has demanded a detailed technical report from the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) following the Super Eagles’ abysmal performance in the World Cup qualifying series.
The Super Eagles managed to secure only one point from a possible six after the stalemate with South Africa in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, and losing 2-1 to Benin Republic in Abidjan in their third and fourth games, respectively, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
In their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which the USA, Canada, and Mexico will jointly host, the results leave the Super Eagles with just three points from a possible twelve of the four games played thus far.
According to a statement by the Special Assistant on Media to the Minister, Diana-Mary Nsan, Enoh is dissatisfied with the team’s performance on Monday, considering the substantial support the NFF has received from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, as well as the kind and positive working relationship between the ministry and the NFF.
He said: “The recent results are unacceptable; despite the immense support from President Tinubu and the high expectations of Nigerian football fans, the Super Eagles have underperformed.
“The NFF must provide a comprehensive technical report explaining the reasons behind this poor showing and giving cause why there mustn’t be consequences for the disappointment caused by both the government and the generality of Nigerians.
“Nigerian football fans demand and deserve answers and accountability from the NFF.
“Our supporters are passionate and devoted. They deserve an explanation for why our national team has not been performing to the expected standards since after the last AFCON.”
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