The Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko, has assured Nigerians that the agency is working actively to support the Super Eagles in securing victory in their remaining qualifying matches, giving them a strong chance to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals in the USA.
Speaking to reporters at Waldorf Knoll Academy during their Inter House Sports competition in Abuja, Dikko highlighted the unwavering commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensuring that Nigeria’s national team books a spot at the Mundial. He commended the President’s strategic approach, particularly in setting up the Presidential Support Committee (PSC)—a move he described as a significant improvement from the previous Presidential Task Force Committee (PTFC).
“In the past, the Presidential Task Force Committee sometimes took over responsibilities meant for the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) and other key stakeholders, which created overlaps and distractions. However, President Tinubu, in his wisdom, has introduced the Presidential Support Committee (PSC) to provide necessary backing while allowing the NFF, the technical crew, and the players to focus entirely on their roles,” Dikko explained.
He further revealed that, beyond public efforts, the NSC is working behind the scenes on additional strategies aimed at ensuring Nigeria’s successful qualification.
“We remain optimistic about our chances of making it to the World Cup. The President’s commitment goes beyond football—it is about the broader impact that the qualification will have on Nigerian youths, sports development, and the nation’s global image. The ripple effect will extend to other sectors of the society, including economic growth and national unity,” Dikko stated.
With the Super Eagles currently facing a critical phase in their qualification campaign, the backing of the NSC, the PSC and President Tinubu’s administration provides a strong foundation for the team to push forward and reclaim their place on the world
stage.