FIFA and the Confederation of African Football (CAF) are expected to announce the members of a Normalisation Committee tasked with overseeing the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) later this week.
The move follows FIFA’s approval of a proposal to install an interim administration to manage Nigerian football affairs through May 31, 2027, BSN Sports reported.
The committee is scheduled to operate for a six-month period, beginning in November 2026. Its primary mandate is to steer the federation’s operations during this transition, ensuring administrative stability before holding elections for a new NFF Board on May 31, 2027.
While the official roster has not been released, media reports have identified A.U. Mustapha and Christopher Green as likely candidates for the committee. Reports indicate that a third potential nominee is expected to be replaced after failing to meet FIFA’s integrity requirements.
Beyond the three-person core committee, a broader support structure is being finalized to assist with day-to-day operations. A top NFF official, speaking on condition of anonymity, stated that a six-member support team will be appointed to work alongside the principal committee members, bringing the total administrative group to nine personnel.
The official also disclosed that three of these support roles will be filled by foreign nationals nominated by FIFA and CAF. This structure is intended to provide the necessary technical and administrative oversight to maintain federation standards throughout the six-month transition.
The forthcoming announcement from FIFA and CAF is expected to clarify the full composition, specific responsibilities, and the operational framework for the committee.
The committee’s term is set to conclude on May 31, 2027, upon the installation of the newly elected NFF Board.
