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Blatter hails Pinnick-led NFF

  • Writer: Admin
    Admin
  • May 6, 2015
  • 1 min read

FIFA president Sepp Blatter, has praised the vision and energy of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), led by Amaju Pinnick.

At a meeting with the NFF president held at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Blatter noted some of the innovations Pinnick has brought in since he was elected.

“First and foremost, let me commend you for the efforts that Nigeria make each time to participate in all FIFA competitions, and for qualifying for most of those competitions. Nigeria is a very important country in world football.

“I have followed with keen interest the innovation that your new team is bringing to Nigeria football with so much passion and conviction, and your new direction points to a very ambitious Federation.”

The FIFA president also congratulated President-elect Muhammadu Buhari and out-going President Goodluck Jonathan.

“We commend the outgoing President Jonathan for his achievements in the football sector and for encouraging the Football Federation. The incoming President Buhari is also a passionate follower of the game of football, and we believe he will continue to encourage the NFF’s giant strides and Nigeria football generally,” Blatter added.

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