Nigeria's Football Federation Set to Hold Extraordinary General Assembly in Yenagoa
The city of Yenagoa, capital of Bayelsa State, is gearing up to host the Nigeria Football Federation's Extraordinary General Assembly on Monday, March 23, 2026. The event is expected to be a significant gathering of top football officials in the country.
Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State will officially declare the assembly open at the DSP Alamieyeseigha Banquet Hall, Government House, Yenagoa. Several high-profile dignitaries, including Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Sports, Senator Abdul Ningi, are scheduled to attend the event.
The Extraordinary General Assembly will bring together members of the NFF Executive Committee, management, and representatives from various football associations across the country. NFF President, Ibrahim Musa Gusau, will deliver a welcome address before the business session commences.
During the business session, the assembly will discuss proposed amendments to the NFF Statutes, Electoral Code, and Standing Orders. Appointments to key committees, including the NFF Electoral Committee and the NFF Electoral Appeals Committee, will also be made. The presence of officials from FIFA and CAF underscores the international significance of the event.
As the assembly gets underway, officials will focus on shaping the future of Nigerian football.
The Nigeria Football Federation's Extraordinary General Assembly is a critical step towards reorganizing the country's football structure. The proposed amendments to the NFF Statutes and Electoral Code are expected to have a significant impact on the sport's governance in Nigeria. With the presence of international officials from FIFA and CAF, the assembly is not just a domestic affair but also a reflection of Nigeria's commitment to global football standards. The outcome of the assembly will have far-reaching implications for Nigerian football, and the country's football fans are eagerly awaiting the results.
