Nigerian Sports Minister Summons NFF Over Super Eagles’ Disappointing Performance In World Cup Qualifier

Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh, has angrily  requested a detailed technical report from the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) in response to the Super Eagles’ disappointing performance during the June FIFA window.

In their third and fourth games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series, the Super Eagles drew 1-1 with South Africa in Uyo and lost 2-1 to Benin Republic in Abidjan, earning only one point out of six.

These results leave the Super Eagles with only three points from a possible twelve in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

The minister expressed dissatisfaction with the results, particularly given the NFF’s significant support from President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the positive working relationship between the Ministry and the NFF.

“The recent results are unacceptable,” Senator Enoh declared. “Despite President Tinubu’s strong support and high expectations from Nigerian football fans, the Super Eagles have underperformed.

“The NFF must provide a comprehensive technical report explaining the reasons for this poor performance and justifying why there should be no consequences for the disappointment caused to both the government and the general public of Nigeria.”

He stated that Nigerian football fans demanded and deserved answers and accountability from the NFF.

“Our supporters are passionate and dedicated. They deserve to know why our national team has not performed to expectations since the last AFCON,” he added.