Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Ibrahim Gusau resigns from his post, ending his tenure at the federation. Multiple outlets report he makes the announcement during a press conference in Abuja.
The reports say the resignation follows sustained scrutiny and pressure over Nigeria’s performance in recent qualification campaigns. According to Legit.ng and The Independent, Gusau steps down after Nigeria fails to qualify for major tournaments, including the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Vanguard also links the decision to “mounting pressure” over Nigeria’s recent fortunes.
In additional reporting, Gusau provides personal and programmatic reasons for leaving. The Punch and Daily Post (Nigeria) quote him describing his decision as driven by his love for Nigeria and commitment to football development. Daily Post (Nigeria) adds that he resigns alongside other board members, with the move described as taking effect immediately, while other outlets focus mainly on his public confirmation of the resignation.
