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Fire Guts Nigeria Football Federation Glass House In Abuja

August 20, 2014

As at the time of filing this report, it could not be ascertained what caused the fire outbreak with some observer labelling the incident “arson” considering the top echelon of the body is being investigated for corruption.

 Nigeria Football Federation office located at Wuse Zone 7, behind the Federal Road Safety Corps Headquarters (FRSC) in Abuja is on fire.

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The mysterious fire reportedly started from the office of the General Secretary, Musa Amadu on the top floor. The office of the President which is also on the same floor is  also affected.

As at the time of filing this report, it could not be ascertained what caused the fire outbreak with some observer labelling the incident “arson” considering the top echelon of the body is being investigated for corruption.

NFF has been in crisis for months now, leading to the suspension of President Aminu Maigari.

However, after weeks of horse- trading, Maigari, returned to office on Monday in line with the directive of FIFA to reinstate him.