Ibrahim Gusau Emerges New NFF President

Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau on Friday, emerged as the new President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Gusau polled 21 votes to beat his closest challenger former Ist Vice President Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi who got 12 votes at an election which took place in Benin City, Edo State.

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Other candidates who participated in the contest to succeed Amaju Pinnick includes Dr. Christian Emeruwa(0 vote), Peterside Idah(1 vote), Alhaji Abba Abdullahi Yola(1 vote) and David-Buhari Doherty(0 vote).

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