Nigeria’s National Sports Commission (NSC) confirms that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle have agreed a new contract, ending uncertainty over his future. Multiple reports say the agreement is reached following a meeting at the NSC headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday. The discussions are attended by NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko and NSC Director-General Bukola Olopade, alongside NFF officials.
Reporting also indicates that the new terms include an improved remuneration package. One source states the NFF offers Chelle a monthly salary of $100,000. Another outlet adds that the contract extension includes additional responsibilities related to youth team management.
While the outlets focus on different details—such as the reported salary increase and expanded duties—they broadly agree on the core points: a new contract is confirmed by the NSC, it is agreed between the NFF and Chelle, and it allows Chelle to continue coaching the Super Eagles. The contract comes amid ongoing planning around Nigeria’s football campaigns, including Olympic qualification efforts involving the U-23 team.
