AFCON 2025 - NFF move to avert Super Eagles strike over unpaid winning bonuses, as CBN process disbursement

The Super Eagles have had a flawless run in the tournament so far, securing victories in all their group stage matches against Tanzania (2-1), Tunisia (3-2), and Uganda (3-1). 

They advanced to the quarter-finals after a dominant 4-0 victory over Mozambique in the round of 16.

Managed by Eric Chelle, Nigeria is scheduled to face Algeria in a highly anticipated quarter-final match in Marrakech on Saturday, with a spot in the semi-finals at stake.

It was reported yesterday by Nigerian journalist Oluwashina Okeleji that "Players and coaching staff of Nigeria are waiting on AFCON 2025 bonus payments. 

“Win bonuses from four matches against Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda and Mozambique – have yet to be received.”

He added that while the team remained focused, they would refuse to train or travel to Marrakech for their next match if the issue was not resolved. 

"The squad will NOT train or travel on Thursday if this isn’t resolved," he warned, highlighting a recurring issue of administrative disputes affecting the three-time African champions.

In response to the potential crisis, fellow journalist Tobi Adepoju provided an update from an NFF official. 

"I just spoke with a top NFF official about the potential players’ and officials’ strike," Adepoju posted.

“The monies have been processed from CBN to individual banks. The players and officials will receive all their bonuses when the process is completed."