Sports Minister Demands Technical Report from NFF Over Super Eagles’ Poor Performance

The Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has called for a detailed technical report from the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) following the Super Eagles’ disappointing performance in the June FIFA window. The team secured only one point from a possible six, drawing 1-1 with South Africa in Uyo and losing 2-1 to Benin Republic in Abidjan, leaving them with just three points from four games in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Senator Enoh expressed dissatisfaction with the results, especially given the substantial support from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and the positive working relationship between the Ministry and the NFF. In a statement signed by his Special Assistant (Media), Diana-Mary Nsan, Enoh stated, “The recent results are unacceptable. Despite the immense support from President Tinubu and the high expectations of Nigerian football fans, the Super Eagles have underperformed.”

The Minister demanded a comprehensive technical report from the NFF to explain the poor performance and justify why there shouldn’t be consequences for the disappointment caused to the government and Nigerians. He emphasized that Nigerian football fans deserve answers and accountability from the NFF, stating, “Our supporters are passionate and devoted. They deserve an explanation for why our national team has not been performing to the expected standards since after the last AFCON.”