NFF boss Gusau applauds Ahmed Musa’s contributions to Nigerian football
President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), has applauded the contributions of former Super Eagles captain Ahmed Musa to Nigerian football, following the talismanic forward’s official retirement from international duty.
“Ahmed Musa was a rock for Nigeria, both on the pitch and in the dressing room. He was a charismatic leader and a dedicated patriot who gave his all whenever called upon,” Gusau said.
“The Nigeria Football Federation joins individuals and organisations within Nigeria and globally to celebrate a man whose simplicity and humility, combined with his commitment and zeal to win for Nigeria, remain virtues that should be embraced by both upcoming and established players of our time.”
Musa, Nigeria’s record FIFA World Cup goalscorer with four goals across two tournaments in Brazil (2014) and Russia (2018), formally retired from international football months after becoming General Manager of Nigerian Premier League side Kano Pillars.
A member of the 2013 AFCON-winning Super Eagles, Musa also won a bronze medal in 2019 and a silver medal in 2023 at Africa’s flagship competition. He represented Nigeria at U20, U23, and senior levels and holds the record for most senior caps, with 111 appearances.
