Nigeria’s senior football teams, the Super Eagles and Super Falcons, are set to continue under interim management until the end of 2024 due to ongoing financial difficulties within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).
Augustine Eguavoen, originally appointed as technical director, will remain the interim head coach of the Super Eagles through the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. Likewise, Justin Madugu has been assigned the temporary leadership of the Super Falcons.
According to ESPN, the NFF’s decision to delay appointing permanent coaches is primarily driven by budget constraints. An NFF official stated, “There are no funds to pay a foreign coach, and Eguavoen has done well, so there’s no rush for a new appointment.”
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Eguavoen’s role has expanded to include overseeing Nigeria’s B team during the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). However, his salary has reportedly been reduced as part of cost-saving efforts.
The situation with the Super Falcons is less urgent, as they have no major competitions until the 2025 Africa Women Cup of Nations. Madugu, who led the team through Olympic qualifiers, will continue to manage the squad for the time being.