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NFF Schedules Extraordinary Congress for February 14 to Address Key Football Issues

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has announced an Extraordinary Congress on February 14 in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The congress will focus on critical issues affecting Nigerian football, including policy decisions and preparations for the September Elective Congress. Key stakeholders from the football community will be in attendance.

CAF Awards Scandal: Nigerians Accused of Sabotaging Osimhen, Ajibade in Controversial Voting

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A firestorm has erupted across Nigerian football after the release of the full CAF Awards voting breakdown exposed shocking ballot choices by key Nigerian representatives. While Victor Osimhen and Rasheedat Ajibade were expected to receive overwhelming home support, several Nigerian officials ranked them unusually low — triggering nationwide outrage, accusations of sabotage, and fresh calls to overhaul Nigeria’s football administration.

CAF Snubs Nigerian Referees for AFCON 2025 — NFF Admits Standards Gap

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The Confederation of African Football has again omitted Nigerian referees from the preparatory list for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. The Nigeria Referees Association admitted that no local official met CAF’s elite requirements, citing failed fitness and VAR certification tests, while the NFF pledged reforms to restore Nigeria’s lost credibility.

Super Eagles Set Up World Cup Playoff Camp in Rabat, Eye Morocco Redemption

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The Super Eagles will open camp in Rabat on November 9 ahead of the 2026 World Cup Africa playoffs, where Nigeria faces Gabon before a potential final against Cameroon or DR Congo. NFF President Ibrahim Gusau says preparations are complete, promising full logistical support and player motivation to secure Nigeria’s return to the global stage.

Osimhen ruled out vs South Africa.

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Nigeria’s World Cup qualifying hopes have suffered a blow with striker Victor Osimhen ruled out of Tuesday’s showdown against South Africa. The forward, who limped off in Saturday’s 1–0 win over Rwanda in Uyo, was confirmed to have suffered a shin bruise. NFF officials said he will not travel with the Super Eagles squad to Johannesburg

CAF Launches $1.6M Impact Program to Boost African Football Development

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CAF has unveiled a $1.6 million Impact Program to empower member associations like the NFF with targeted funding, performance incentives, and strict financial oversight.

WAFCON 2024: Super Falcons Land in Morocco as NFF Launches Mission X Campaign

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The Super Falcons are set to arrive Morocco on June 25 for final WAFCON 2024 prep, as the NFF unveils 'Mission X' to mobilize fans worldwide behind their quest for a 10th title.

Falcons Retain Top Spot in Africa as FIFA Ranking Confirms Nigerian Dominance

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Despite minimal point movement, Nigeria remains Africa's No.1 women's football team in the latest FIFA World Ranking, outclassing South Africa and Morocco.