BREAKING: Ibrahim Gusau Resigns As NFF President

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, has resigned from office.

Gusau announced his resignation on Thursday afternoon during a press conference in Abuja, amid mounting pressure and scrutiny over the administration of Nigerian football.

He disclosed that he was stepping down alongside other members of the NFF Executive Committee, with the resignations taking immediate effect.

The development comes at a difficult period for Nigerian football, following growing concerns over the performance and administration of the country’s national teams.

The Super Falcons recently suffered a major setback after failing to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup, ending Nigeria’s long-standing record of appearing at every edition of the tournament since its inception.

The Super Eagles have also endured a challenging period, having failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a disappointing qualification campaign.

Gusau’s resignation therefore comes amid increasing calls from stakeholders for changes in the leadership and administration of Nigerian football.

The NFF president had faced mounting criticism in recent weeks, with several former internationals and football stakeholders questioning the direction of the federation.

The latest development is expected to trigger further discussions over the future leadership of the NFF and the steps required to restore stability and competitiveness to Nigerian football.

Details of the circumstances surrounding the resignation and the next steps for the federation are expected to emerge as the situation unfolds.