The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has paid 10% of overdue bonuses to the Super Eagles, with US dollars covering payments for 29 matches. This comes ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, as the NFF aims to motivate the team. The Super Eagles are currently second-bottom in Group C.
According to SCORENigeria, the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has paid 10% of the overdue bonuses and allowances owed to the Super Eagles. The payments, made in US dollars, cover unpaid bonuses from 29 matches. Last year, President Bola Tinubu allocated 17 billion Naira to settle these debts for several national teams, including the Super Eagles.
The NFF made this payment following a meeting in Abidjan in November, where NFF president Ibrahim Gusau assured the players that they would soon receive a portion of the money owed. The 10% payment, agreed upon by both the NFF and the Super Eagles leadership, comes ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, set to resume in March.
The Super Eagles had expressed frustration over the delayed payments, with players citing a lack of motivation. The NFF is working to ensure the team is prepared for the qualifiers, appointing foreign coach Eric Chelle to help boost their chances. Nigeria currently sits near the bottom of Group C with just three points from four matches, trailing Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin, who are tied at the top with seven points. Lesotho follows with five points, while Zimbabwe remains at the bottom with two points. The NFF hopes this payment will energize the team as they aim to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
