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Gusau 4×4 Forum Urges NFF Stability, Backs Ibrahim Gusau for 2030 World Cup Qualification
The South East Coordinator of the Gusau 4×4 Solidarity Forum, Chief Uzo Epundu, has called on Nigerian football stakeholders to maintain stability in the administration of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), urging support for the re-election of NFF President Ibrahim Musa Gusau ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign.
Epundu said Nigeria possesses the quality and depth of talent required to qualify for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by Spain, Portugal and Morocco, but warned that administrative inconsistency could derail the country’s ambitions.
According to him, FIFA’s recent assessment of Nigeria’s World Cup prospects highlighted the importance of stability in football administration as a key ingredient for success.
“FIFA has said it all. One crucial factor that will determine the Super Eagles’ qualification for football’s biggest tournament is stability. Ibrahim Musa Gusau has done well and should be encouraged to continue in office to consolidate on the progress already made,” Epundu stated.
He noted that while the Super Eagles remain one of Africa’s most talented national teams, sustained leadership and a well-structured football administration would be essential to translating that talent into qualification for the 2030 Mundial.
FIFA, in its review of Nigeria’s prospects, acknowledged the country’s rich football heritage and abundance of talent but stressed that success in the next qualification campaign would depend more on stability than ability.
“The Super Eagles have soared into the last 16 at half of the six World Cup tournaments that they have contested, namely in 1994, 1998 and 2014, but have been absent from the last two editions,” FIFA stated.
Nigeria narrowly missed out on qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after falling short during the qualifying campaign under coach Eric Chelle. Despite the disappointment, FIFA maintained that Nigeria remains one of Africa’s most promising football nations.
However, the world football governing body cautioned that talent alone would not guarantee qualification for the expanded 2030 World Cup.
“Making it to the 2030 showpiece will therefore hinge less on ability than on stability in the shape of a robust structure that paves the way for reliable performances,” FIFA added.
Epundu said the FIFA assessment should serve as a guide for Nigerian football stakeholders, insisting that preserving continuity in the leadership of the NFF would enhance the Super Eagles’ chances of returning to the World Cup after missing the last two editions.
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Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race
Joel Ajayi
Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.
The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.
Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.
The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.
The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.
“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.
The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.
Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.
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