The Nigeria Football Federation have selected Assistant Coach, Salisu Yusuf to temporary oversee the affairs of the Super Eagles following the sack of erstwhile handler Stephen Keshi late Saturday night.
In a press statement NFF 1st Vice President, Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi, speaking on behalf of the entire Executive Committee of NFF said the Coach Yusuf will be working with the Technical Director Shuaibu Amodu to chart a new course for the national team
“In the interim, the Super Eagles’ team affairs will be jointly managed by Assistant Coach, Salisu Yusuf and the Technical Directorate of the NFF headed by Coach Shuaibu Amodu, until the Federation names in due course a new Head Coach, who, along with the NFF will chart a new direction for the Super Eagles to ensure credible participation in international competitions and assist in building a sustainable football culture for the country,” said Akinwunmi.
Mr. Akinwumi also assured Nigerians that the decision to sack Keshi was not taken lightly or with any prejudice, but in the ultimate interest of Nigeria football. He thanked Mr. Keshi for his services to the country and wished him the very best in his future endeavours.
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