Fanny Amun explains why he stepped down from NFF fact-finding committee

Posted : 26 August 2026

Former Nigeria Football Federation General Secretary Fanny Amun has explained why he resigned as chairman of the federation's fact-finding committee shortly after submitting its report. Amun said he stepped down because he wanted the committee's findings delivered without outside influence.

The former NFF official said he deliberately completed the assignment ahead of the two-week deadline given by the federation. He explained that he had told committee members the work could take two weeks, although he expected to finish much sooner.

Amun said his main concern was protecting the integrity of the investigation. "I didn't want anyone to influence the report before I submitted it to the NFF. That was why I submitted it and resigned," he said.

He also said his decision reflected his personal approach to official assignments. Amun maintained that he does not believe in remaining in a position longer than necessary after completing the responsibility given to him.

The NFF established the committee following a difficult period for Nigeria's national teams. The federation had particular concerns about the Super Falcons' failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup after their disappointing 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations campaign.

Nigeria entered the WAFCON as defending champions and were seeking an 11th continental title. The Super Falcons, however, lost 1-0 to Cameroon in the quarter-finals and then suffered a 2-1 defeat to South Africa in the African play-off.

The defeat to South Africa ended Nigeria's hopes of reaching the 2027 World Cup. It also ended the country's record of appearing at every edition of the women's tournament since its launch in 1991.

The fact-finding committee was inaugurated by NFF president Ibrahim Gusau on August 17. Gusau gave the panel two weeks to investigate the direct and remote causes of Nigeria's recent national-team setbacks and submit recommendations to address the problems.

Amun chaired a panel that included former Nigeria U20 coach Ladan Bosso, former Super Falcons captain Desire Oparanozie, former Super Eagles midfielder Mutiu Adepoju and former FIFA referee Dr Alex Mana. Nasiru Sa'idu served as secretary.

At its inauguration, Amun promised that the committee would approach the assignment with responsibility and diligence. The panel was also expected to engage people connected to the issues and consider submissions from members of the public.

With the report now submitted and Amun having stepped down, attention will turn to the NFF and how it responds to the committee's findings. The recommendations could shape future decisions on Nigeria's national teams and the wider development of the country's football structure.

Fanny Amun explains why he stepped down from NFF fact-finding committee

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