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NFF Must Open Its Statute to Genuine Stakeholders to Rescue Nigerian Football-Amun
Joel Ajayi
Former member of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Ethics Committee, Ambassador Fanny Amun (MON), has called for a fundamental reform of the federation’s statutes, insisting that opening up the system to genuine and experienced stakeholders is critical to rescuing Nigerian football.
Amun made the call in Abuja on Monday while briefing journalists after the committee submitted its report on Nigeria’s recent poor performances in international football.
The committee was constituted following concerns over the Super Falcons’ disappointing campaign at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, which resulted in Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
The six-member committee, chaired by Amun, examined several areas affecting Nigerian football, including governance, finance, technical development, grassroots football, player management and league administration.
Among its findings were challenges surrounding player release and communication, team preparation, medical and injury management, camp administration, technical coordination and player development. The committee also recommended better use of technology, improved data management and age verification, stronger regulations and closer monitoring of national teams.
It further called for deliberate development plans for both male and female football, regular training and retraining of technical and administrative personnel, improved league structures and better preparation for national team competitions.
A major concern raised by the committee was the alleged refusal of the NFF Congress to adopt necessary and workable amendments to the federation’s statutes to accommodate broader stakeholder participation.
According to Amun, the Congress should comprise experienced and credible personalities, with a maximum of two terms in office, to promote accountability and fresh ideas.
The committee also highlighted allegations concerning undue influence in national team invitations, financial inducements, unequal remuneration of players and officials, and the prolonged retention of some federation officials in lucrative positions.
Amun stressed that the recommendations must translate into practical reforms, backed by genuine political will.
The committee also urged the NFF to properly investigate all allegations, strengthen its internal mechanisms and adopt reforms capable of repositioning Nigerian football.
It, however, commended the Super Falcons for their efforts and urged all stakeholders to focus on rebuilding the system and restoring confidence in Nigerian football.
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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.
Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.
The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.
As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.
The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.
The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.
With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.
Africa is coming to Abuja.
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