Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has explained the circumstances surrounding the exit of sportswear giants Adidas and Puma from Nigerian football, alleging that the actions of some Nigerians contributed to the breakdown of the relationships.
August 29, 2026
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By Enitan Abdultawab
Former Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) president Amaju Pinnick has explained the circumstances surrounding the exit of sportswear giants Adidas and Puma from Nigerian football, alleging that the actions of some Nigerians contributed to the breakdown of the relationships.
Pinnick made the disclosure during an interview with former Super Eagles coach Sunday Oliseh on the YouTube programme, The Pinnick Tapes (Remastered): NFF Scandals EXposed.
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