President of the nigeria football federation amaju pinnick
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Amaju Melvin Pinnick is indeed the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), a position he has held since 2014. He was first elected as the President of the NFF in August 2014, and was re-elected for a second term in September 2018.
Under his leadership, the NFF has achieved several milestones, including:
- Qualification for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, where the Super Eagles finished third in their group.
- Qualification for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt, where the Super Eagles finished third.
- Hosting of the 2019 AFCON, which was the first time the tournament was held in Nigeria.
- Development of the Nigerian football league, including the introduction of the NPFL (Nigeria Professional Football League) and the creation of a new league structure.
- Improvement in the country's ranking in the FIFA World Rankings, from 72nd in 2014 to 32nd in 2020.
Pinnick has also been involved in various international football activities, including serving as a member of the CAF (Confederation of African Football) Executive Committee and the FIFA Council.
However, his tenure has not been without controversy. He has faced criticism over issues such as corruption, mismanagement of funds, and conflicts with coaches and players. Despite these challenges, Pinnick remains a prominent figure in Nigerian football and has been praised for his efforts to develop the sport in the country.