This archive report was first published on 20 August 2019.
On August 16, 2019, the FIFA Ethics Committee announced a life ban on former Nigeria player and coach Samson Siasia from all football-related activities. The decision was made after a hearing, but the reasons behind it have not been disclosed.
The Nigeria Football Federation has now revealed that its lawyers have started to review the decision, with the aim of understanding the grounds for the ban and determining the next course of action.
Acting President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Barrister Seyi Akinwunmi, stated that the federation is committed to supporting Siasia in this matter.
