Shehu Dikko Accuses FIFA for mismanaging the $1.2M mini-stadium project in Nigeria, says FIFA not NFF contracted and paid the Engineers that handled the project which Nigerians are accusing NFF off.

Nigerians are demanding answers regarding the alleged mismanagement of a $1.2 million stadium project, sparked by accusations from Shehu Dikko, the Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC). Dikko has publicly claimed that FIFA was entirely responsible for both the construction and financing of the mini-stadium, raising serious questions about the project’s quality and transparency.

Shehu Dikko Accuses FIFA

This mini-stadium, which is said to be worth $1.2 million, has come under fire from the public due to concerns over subpar construction and financial irregularities. Shehu Dikko stated:

“Nobody collected money because FIFA managed their project directly. It is FIFA that contacted their contractors and paid them directly. The job of the NFF is only to provide the land.”

This statement implies that the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) wasn’t responsible for handling the funds, instead placing the onus on FIFA as the main entity overseeing the project’s execution and finances.

Shehu Dikko Accuses FIFA

Many Nigerians have taken to social media to voice their frustration—not only about the alleged poor quality of the stadium but also about the apparent lack of accountability from both FIFA and local sports authorities.  Shehu Dikko Accuses FIFA

Critics are questioning how such an expensive project could lead to what seems like inadequate infrastructure, with some even calling for a comprehensive audit of FIFA’s role in sports development projects throughout Africa, especially in Nigeria.

The online outrage is a clear reflection of public sentiment:

“How can we spend $1.2 million and end up with this? FIFA, why are you treating us this way?”

“We’re fed up with being shortchanged, both at home and abroad. Enough is enough!”

This scandal shines a light on the ongoing frustrations surrounding transparency in sports funding, not just in Nigeria but around the world. It begs the question: How many more projects like this have slipped through the cracks?

There’s a growing demand for independent investigations — not only into this stadium project but also into all infrastructure deals involving FIFA and African football organizations.

Whether FIFA or the NFF ends up taking the blame, Nigerians are calling for accountability. With discussions heating up nationwide, this could be a pivotal moment for reform in sports development funding.  Shehu Dikko Accuses FIFA

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Stay tuned as we keep an eye on this unfolding story.  Shehu Dikko Accuses FIFA

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