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NFF President Gusau, Other Board Members Reportedly Resign

Reports say as many as 8 of 13 executive committee members have quit as Nigeria football faces scrutiny over poor results and a N17 billion fund probe.

  • On Thursday, Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau is expected to address the media in Abuja amid reports that he and several board members have resigned from their positions.
  • Intense pressure followed a series of sporting failures, including the Super Eagles missing the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Super Falcons failing to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup for the first time.
  • Beyond sporting setbacks, the Department of State Services is investigating the NFF's use of a N17bn Federal Government intervention fund released in 2024 to settle outstanding payments for national team players and officials.
  • Reports suggest eight of the 13 NFF Executive Committee members have resigned, while a fact-finding committee alleged that officials influenced national team invitations for financial gains.
  • These resignations cast uncertainty over the NFF elective congress scheduled for September 27 in Lafia, Nasarawa State, as the federation faces potential restructuring following the leadership shake-up.
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Vanguard News broke the news in Nigeria on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
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