
Nigeria Football Federation begins electoral process preparations
The Nigeria Football Federation has started preparations for its upcoming electoral process. The federation announced that Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, will host an Extraordinary General Assembly to set up the electoral committee. Officials from FIFA and CAF are in Nigeria to observe the proceedings and ensure compliance with international standards. The gathering will bring together key football stakeholders from across the country.
Match highlights
- The NFF will appoint members of the Electoral Committee and Electoral Appeals Committee at the assembly in Yenagoa.
- An Independent Auditor will be selected to oversee the federation’s governance and compliance.
- Officials from FIFA and CAF are present to monitor the process and ensure it meets international standards.
- The assembly includes chairmen and secretaries from all 36 state football associations, the Federal Capital Territory, and various football bodies.
- Governor Douye Diri is expected to open the event, with top sports officials like Shehu Dikko, Bukola Olopade, Abdul Ningi, and Kabiru Amadu scheduled to attend.