The governing body of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will on Thursday presents the federation’s buget for 2018 at the 2017 Annual General Assembly that will hold in Jos..
As gathered over 50% of the drafted budget revolved the national football team which will be showcasing the country’s flag at the 2018 FIFA World cup in Russia. The value of the 50% will be gotten Thursday when NFF is expected to present the budget at the assembly.
At the all stakeholders general assembly, Amaju Pinnick led NFF Executive Committe will be seeking the approval of the 2018 budget. According to an impeacable source close to the glasshouse who shared optimism that the NFF Executives have made roumbos budget for the 2018 World Cup year said financial statement is among other core matter arising that will be deliberated at the forum. .
He said “I don’t know if 50% of the Budget is for the World Cup. But what i know is that there are plans upon approval will cater for the Super eagles and other national competitions for the propose year.”
Meanwhile, NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, confirmed to thenff.com on Tuesday that all arrangements have been concluded for a hitch –free and memorable day for all members of the NFF Congress, invited dignitaries and other stakeholders.
He said, those expected to be in attendance at the assembly include; Chairmen and Secretaries of the Football Associations of all 36 States and the Federal Capital Territory, Chairmen and Secretaries of the various Leagues, Referees Association, Coaches Association and the Players’ Union, the members of the NFF Executive Committee and Management, and stakeholders of the game invited for the purpose.
According to sanusi, Items on the agenda for Thursday’s session also include presentation of the Consolidated and Revised Balance Sheet and Profit-and-Loss Statement, presentation of the Financial Statement for approval, presentation of the 2018 Budget for approval, votes on proposals for amendments to the Statutes, the regulations governing the application of the Statutes and the standing orders of the General Assembly, as well as discussion of any further items proposed by the Members or by the Executive Committee.
The Executive Governor of Plateau State, Barr. Simon Bako Lalong will declare the General Assembly open, and Youth and Sports Minister Solomon Dalung has also been invited to the opening ceremony.
During the business of the assembly proper, NFF President Amaju Pinnick will present his address, encapsulating activities within the football sector since the last assembly and the Federation’s plans for the year 2018, while General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi will also present the activity report.
