Four Nigerian Football Leaders Earn Prestigious FIFA Appointments

Published on October 07, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Table of Contents

  1. Appointments of Nigerian Football Administrators
  2. Gusau's Role in FIFA
  3. Other Appointments
  4. Pinnick's Reappointment
  5. Congratulations from Pinnick

Four of Nigeria’s leading football officials have been appointed to significant FIFA standing committees.

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has been appointed to the FIFA Men’s Club Competitions Committee.

This committee is responsible for defining the structure and governance of international club tournaments.

Gusau succeeded Amaju Pinnick as the NFF President in October 2022.

Other appointees include Aisha Falode, who has secured a position on the FIFA Media and Communications Committee, and Abdulhakeem Mustapha, SAN, who is now a member of the Anti-Racism and Anti-Discrimination Committee.

Pinnick has also been reappointed as the Deputy Chair of the FIFA Men’s National Teams Competitions Committee.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to President Gusau, Abdulhakeem Mustapha, SAN, and Aisha Falode on their well-deserved appointments,” Pinnick stated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the Nigerian football officials appointed to FIFA committees?

The appointed officials include Ibrahim Musa Gusau, Aisha Falode, and Abdulhakeem Mustapha, SAN.

What is the role of the FIFA Men’s Club Competitions Committee?

The FIFA Men’s Club Competitions Committee is responsible for shaping the structure and governance of global club tournaments.

When did Ibrahim Musa Gusau become the NFF President?

Ibrahim Musa Gusau became the NFF President in October 2022.

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