Ahmed Musa asks urgent reforms in Nigerian football, since African clubs shine on the world stage

The captain of Super Eagles, Ahmed Musa, has asked for urgent reforms in the Premier Football League (NPFL) of Nigeria to create a enabling environment where Nigerian clubs can one day compete with their continental counterparts on the global stage, reports Owosports.com.ng.

Its appeal occurs following the impressive performances of African teams in the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.

“It is exciting to see that African clubs work well in the FIFA Club World Cup,” Musa wrote on his official Facebook page.

He continued: “But it is also a sober reflection when we look back in our own league. Can we really compete at that level? At this time, the honest response is no.”

While the best African teams such as Ahly and Wydad Casablanca have become regular customers in the tournament, global exposure, financial benefits and continental prestige, Nigerian clubs continue to fight for relevance. Musa believes that the problem goes far beyond the player’s talent.

“Nigeria does not lack football talent. From the base to the elite level, we have players who can match anyone in the world. But talent is only not enough in modern football. We need structure, investment and professionalism,” he emphasized.

Leicester City’s former extreme indicated critical issues in the organization of the NPFL, the financial models of the clubs and the policy address of the football administrators, emphasizing the need for a total review backed by well -thought reforms and strategic planning.

“We need new policies. We need reforms. We must take a look at how our league runs and be bold enough to change what does not work. Only then can we see that our clubs rise in the continent and compete worldwide.”

Musa also expressed concern about the state of arbitration and arbitration in Nigeria, noting that while other African nations produce referees for caf and FIFA tournaments, Nigeria is staying behind.

“Other African nations are producing referees for caf and FIFA tournaments. What happens to Nigeria? The credibility and quality of our arbitration should improve. It is part of the construction of a professional system,” he said.

Despite the rich group of talent and potential of the league, Musa warned that without collective responsibility and action, the NPFL will continue to decrease in the short term not only to the players, but also in the future of Nigerian football.

“We all have a role to play: administrators, club owners, players, fans, even the media. If we want to see our clubs on the world stage, we must choose to make Nigerian football work,” he concluded.

As African representatives continue their campaign in the FIFA Club World Cup, MUSA extended their support and the best wishes to the teams. “Wishing all African teams in the success of the Club World Cup. They are not only playing for their clubs, but for the pride of the continent,” he said.

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