The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) over alleged mismanagement of $25 million in grants received from FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) between 2015 and 2025.
The resolution followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance on Tuesday, co-sponsored by Hon. Adedayo Adesola (Lagos) and Hon. Felix Nwaeke (Rivers).
Presenting the motion, Adesola alleged that despite receiving millions of dollars in development grants, the NFF failed to make meaningful investments in the country’s football infrastructure and development, contributing to Nigeria’s declining performance on the international stage.
He recalled previous investigations of NFF officials by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over allegations of financial misconduct and sponsorship fraud.
Adesola further claimed that $1.2 million allocated for the construction of the Birnin Kebbi Stadium was misappropriated, noting that the completed facility remains substandard and inconsistent with the funds reportedly spent.
“With the Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup qualifiers approaching, there is a need to take decisive action against the continued misuse of football funds,” he said.
Following deliberations, the House, presided over by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, unanimously resolved to set up a special investigative committee to audit the NFF’s finances from 2015 to date.
The NFF leadership has also been directed to appear before the committee with detailed records of all grants received and expenditures made within the period under review.
