Some players in Nigeria’s Super Eagles are reportedly unhappy with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) over unpaid bonuses, reduced allowances and what they consider poor welfare.
According to a report by Sports Village Square, the players are unhappy that their bonuses for the third-place match against Egypt at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) remain unpaid.
Although they have reportedly received bonuses and allowances for previous matches, the payment for the third-place game against Egypt is still outstanding.
The players are also said to be unhappy that their allowances were reduced without prior information during Nigeria’s recent 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau.
The Super Eagles began their qualifying campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar but suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their second match.
Following the defeat, players and head coach Eric Chelle complained about the poor condition of the pitch, which attracted criticism over its suitability for an international match.
Other Welfare Concerns
Beyond the financial issues, the players are reportedly concerned about what they see as the NFF’s poor handling of their welfare.
They were said to have expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the playing surface in Guinea-Bissau and reportedly staged a protest in the dressing room before the match.
The report also highlighted concerns about inadequate logistics and poor travel arrangements for the national team.
These issues have reportedly added to the players’ frustration with the football federation.
No Official Complaint From Players
Despite the reported concerns, none of the players has publicly addressed the alleged problems.
The players have since returned to their respective clubs following the end of the international break as domestic and European football competitions resume.
It remains unclear when the outstanding bonus will be paid or whether the NFF will address the reported concerns over allowances, logistics and general welfare.
The situation could create further tension between the players and the federation if the issues remain unresolved.
