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FIFA threatens sanctions on Nigeria over alleged FG interference in NFF
FIFA has written to Nigerian football authorities, demanding clarifications over reports alleging government interference in the issues surrounding the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF.
The Secretary General of the world football governing body, Mattias Grafström, signed the letter dated September 1, 2026.
The correspondence noted that FIFA was aware that NFF President Ibrahim Gusau had resigned following an alleged directive from the Presidency.
FIFA said such a development, if confirmed, could raise concerns under its statutes governing the independence of member associations.
The organisation cited Articles 14 and 19 of the FIFA Statutes, which require member associations to manage their affairs independently and without undue » Read More
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