NFF Issues Heartfelt Apology To Nigerians

 NFF Issues Heartfelt Apology To Nigerians

NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), has issued an apology to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR), the Federal Government and to millions of Nigerians, following the Super Eagles failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In a statement obtained from NFF’s X handle,  the body said Sunday’s loss to DR Congo in the Africa Play-off Final in Rabat remains a moment of profound sadness for Nigerian football.

“The NFF, the technical crew and the players understand the gravity of this moment. We understand the expectations Nigerians rightly hold,” NFF said. “Throughout the long journey of this qualification campaign, we were privileged to receive enormous support from the Federal Government.”

“Through the National Sports Commission, the National Assembly, key Ministries, Departments and Agencies, our diplomatic missions, the media and, above all, the passionate fans whose devotion remains unmatched anywhere in the world.”

“Football in Nigeria is more than a game. It is a national language. A bridge across cultures, a source of pride and emotional identity. A powerful symbol of unity that binds over 200 million people as one family. We owe it to this nation to honour that bond with sincerity, accountability and action.”

“As we look forward, our immediate attention turns to the Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025, which begins shortly. This tournament presents an opportunity for healing, for renewal and for demonstrating the resilience that has always defined Nigerian football.”