Nigeria Football Federation
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The Nigeria Football Federation (known as Nigeria Football Association until 2008) is Nigeria's football governing body. It was formally launched in 1945 and formed the first Nigerian national football team in 1949. It joined CAF in 1959 and FIFA in 1960. The NFF headquarters is located in the city of Abuja.
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CAF | |
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Founded | 21 August 1933 (1945 as NFA) |
Headquarters | Abuja |
FIFA affiliation | 1960 |
CAF affiliation | 1959 |
President | Ibrahim Musa Gusau |
Vice-President | Felix Anyansi-Agwu |
Website | www |
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As of 2008 it organises three leagues: The Nigerian Premier League, the Amateur League and the Women's League, and five competitions, including the Federation Cup and Women's Cup. The next Election is slated for 2022.[1][2][3][4][5]