NFF reforms: A new congress for a new era  

Vanguard News | 05-09-2026 01:55am |

President Bola Tinubu has ordered comprehensive reforms for Nigerian football, prompting the National Sports Commission to establish an Interim Management Committee following the resignation of the Gusau-led board. The reforms aim to address long-standing issues such as poor performance, crisis, litigation, and distrust within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). A key focus is the restructuring of the NFF Congress, which is the highest decision-making body responsible for electing the president, amending statutes, and approving budgets. The article argues that reforming the Congress's composition is essential for the future success of Nigerian football.

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