Nigeria’s House Committee on Sports has intensified its investigation into the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over allegations of financial mismanagement involving multi-million-dollar grants received from FIFA and CAF.
Chairman of the committee, Hon. Kabiru Amadu, said the NFF leadership would soon be summoned to provide full details of how the funds were spent, particularly on the controversial FIFA Goal Projects in Kebbi and Oyo States.
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The projects, reportedly valued at over $1.2 million each, have come under scrutiny after photos of the Kebbi facility surfaced online, sparking public outrage over its perceived substandard quality.
Speaking at the National Assembly, Amadu said the probe is part of the legislature’s responsibility to ensure transparency and accountability in sports administration. “We have seen and heard many conflicting reports regarding FIFA funds. Nigerians deserve to know exactly how much was received, what projects were executed, and who handled them,” he said.
The committee chairman also expressed concern that the NFF’s handling of development grants may have contributed to the stagnation of football growth in the country. “When football bodies misuse funds meant for grassroots and infrastructure, it affects our overall performance and reputation internationally,” Amadu noted.
He disclosed that while the Kebbi project has been the centre of public debate, the committee has also discovered another FIFA-funded facility in Oyo State whose status remains unclear. The NFF will be required to provide details of contractors, progress reports, and official financial records for both projects.
Amadu emphasized that the investigation is not a witch-hunt but a step towards restoring confidence in Nigerian football. “This is not about politics,” he said. “It’s about accountability. Nigerians want results, not excuses.”
The probe comes as the Super Eagles prepare for their crucial World Cup playoff campaign next month, with growing calls for stability and transparency at the top level of football administration.
