Fed govt backs Pinnick for FIFA Council Seat
Amaju Pinnick
At a press conference addressed by the Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports, Nebolisa Anako on behalf of the Minister Sunday Dare in Abuja yesterday, stated unequivocally that “Mr. Amaju’s ambition would further reposition Nigeria in the global football map.
He added: “On behalf of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari GCFR, and all Nigerians, we hereby pledge our unflinching support to Mr Pinnick because his victory would be our collective victory.”
“(Sports Minister) Mr. Dare believes Amaju can use his position and connections in CAF and FIFA to help promote and develop Nigeria and African football in all ramifications. Let us be resolute and firm in our support…This is no time to stand on the fence, but to be partakers in the scheme of things.”
THE NATION
