On Saturday, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) officially rejected claims that it had requested the departure of FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Through a statement posted on X, the organization urged the public to dismiss these rumors as inaccurate.
The NFF clarified that it has not sought the resignation of the FIFA leader. This denial arises amidst ongoing scrutiny surrounding Infantino following his unsuccessful proposal to offer private investors stakes in the World Cup.
Since his 2016 election, the 56-year-old official has faced significant pressure but remains in his post after receiving support from senior executives during a recent gathering in Morocco. While Infantino has acknowledged mistakes regarding his controversial plans, some European federations continue to express dissatisfaction. Conversely, major governing bodies like CONMEBOL and the Confederation of African Football, along with Mexico and Argentina, have signaled their continued support for his leadership.
