(DDM) – The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau, on Thursday paid a courtesy visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at his office in Abuja, where he presented him with a specially customised Super Eagles jersey.
The visit, which took place at the Presidential Villa, was captured in a video shared on Instagram by Sunday Moses, the official photographer to the President. The footage, posted on February 19, 2026, showed Gusau formally handing over the green-and-white jersey to President Tinubu in what observers described as a symbolic show of appreciation and solidarity.
According to sources present at the brief ceremony, the presentation of the Super Eagles jersey was meant to acknowledge the Federal Government’s continued support for sports development, particularly football, which remains Nigeria’s most followed sport. The customised jersey reportedly bore distinctive markings, reflecting its commemorative nature.
During the meeting, both men exchanged pleasantries and a warm handshake before posing for photographs. The atmosphere was described as cordial, underscoring the working relationship between the Federal Government and the country’s football governing body.
The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s senior national football team, have long served as a unifying symbol for millions of Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora. Over the years, successive administrations have pledged support for sports as a tool for youth engagement, economic development, and national branding.
Analysts note that such gestures, though largely ceremonial, reflect broader efforts to strengthen collaboration between government institutions and sports authorities. The NFF has in recent years intensified campaigns aimed at improving grassroots football, enhancing league structures, and upgrading sports infrastructure nationwide.
The presentation also highlights ongoing discussions around investment in training facilities, talent discovery programmes, and international competitions. Football remains a key driver of Nigeria’s global image, with the Super Eagles consistently drawing international attention during continental and global tournaments.
Observers say sustained government backing is crucial to addressing funding challenges, infrastructure deficits, and administrative reforms within the sector. The visit by the NFF President is therefore seen as part of continued engagement with the Presidency to secure policy and financial support for football and other sporting activities.
As Nigeria prepares for upcoming international competitions, stakeholders have reiterated the importance of unity and institutional collaboration in achieving sporting excellence. The jersey presentation serves as a symbolic reminder of the shared commitment to advancing Nigerian football on both the continental and global stage.
