FIFA yet to ratify Proposed Interim Board for NFF
Fresh indications have shown that the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is yet to ratify the constitution of an interim board for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
The governing football body has also not approved the composition of any such board.
Our impeccable sources close to the matter have confirmed that, at a meeting in Zurich between FIFA officials and representatives of the Nigerian Government and the NFF, the association only listened to the submissions and positions presented by the Nigerian delegation.
A reliable source said: “Rather than endorse the immediate constitution of an interim administration, FIFA resolved to send a delegation to Nigeria for an on-the-spot assessment of the situation and consultations with the relevant football stakeholders.
“The proposed visit is expected to provide FIFA with a clearer understanding of the circumstances surrounding the current impasse within the NFF, particularly following the mass resignation of members of the Gusau-led NFF Executive Committee.
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“Following its assessment and consultations in Nigeria, FIFA is expected to work with the relevant stakeholders to agree on a roadmap for resolving the crisis and restoring institutional stability within the NFF.
“It is important to emphasise that FIFA, as the world governing body for association football, operates within a clearly defined regulatory framework governed by its Statutes and other applicable regulations. “Matters relating to the administration and governance of member associations are therefore expected to be addressed strictly in accordance with these established rules and principles.
“Consequently, the resolution of the current situation within the NFF will ultimately have to conform to FIFA’s Statutes, regulations and established governance procedures.”
The source said reports suggesting that FIFA has already approved or ratified an interim board for the NFF, including the composition of such a board, are premature and should be treated with caution.
“Further developments are expected following the proposed FIFA visit to Nigeria and its consultations with the relevant stakeholders,” the source added.
By PRNigeria
