The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially constituted its Electoral and Appeals Committees to supervise the election of members into its Executive Committee for the 2026–2030 tenure.
The inauguration ceremony took place on Thursday at the federation’s secretariat in Abuja, where NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau, emphasized the need for fairness, transparency, and integrity throughout the electoral process.
Gusau urged the committee members to remain impartial and resist any external influence, noting that credibility in the process is vital for the growth and governance of football in Nigeria.
According to him, the federation expects the committees to demonstrate diligence, neutrality, and courage while carrying out their duties. He also stressed that the exercise should build confidence both within Nigeria and in the international football community as a standard of transparent administration.
He assured that the NFF would provide all necessary support to ensure the elections are credible and widely accepted by stakeholders.
Speaking on behalf of the committees, Matthew Burka’a pledged that the process would be handled with professionalism and accountability. He promised a free, fair, and transparent election in line with global best practices, adding that the exercise would earn the trust of the football community.
Burka’a further acknowledged the attention the election is attracting from international bodies such as FIFA and CAF, stating that the process would serve as a benchmark for future elections, both in sports and governance.
Members of the Electoral Committee include Matthew Burka’a, Babagoni Grema, Bature Musa, Ayibaye Temedie, and Olugbenga Omole, while Arinze Anughele and Abayomi Omoyimi will serve as alternates.
The Appeals Committee is made up of Justice C.J. Aneke, Benjamin Sati, and Abdulmalik Awwal, with Emmanuel Obafemi and Ayi Ukpayam as alternate members.
NFF General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi, will act as secretary to both committees in accordance with established regulations.
The election into the NFF Executive Committee is scheduled to take place on September 26 in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
Several notable figures attended the event, including Philip Shaibu, Felix Anyansi-Agwu, Silas Agara, George Aluo, and other senior officials of the federation. Galaxy Sports Production
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