NFF Is Not Serious - Keshi

According to BBC, Out of contract head Coach Stephen Keshi has said that the Nigerian Football Federation and said he can’t wait no more.

He told BBC:

“Talks over a new contract shouldn’t drag on. I can’t wait any more – the NFF is not serious.

“I have moved on. I can only wish the country well for the future. I’ve had about seven countries approach me in the last two months but I kept them all away.”

Talks have been going on since Maigari left the post of NFF national chairman and the acting leader promised to get Keshi back. There’s a game in two weeks [Nations Cup qualifier against Congo] but no-one is thinking about it and at the same time they expect you to win,” Keshi continued. I understand the ongoing crisis facing the federation but the national team should not suffer from such at this crucial stage. Sadly, I also think attention is focused more on the upcoming NFF elections and the national team is simply not a priority.”

“I’ve had about seven countries approach me in the last two months but I kept them all away,” he added. I love my country and I am aware of the dream our fans had of me taking this team to the next level. While acknowledging the efforts of some people involved in the negotiation, I think others probably have other important things to do.”

Nigeria has already named a team for the games against Congo and South Africa next month despite not having a coach.

Nigeria is also expected to face Sudan in Group A with the top two advancing to January’s finals in Morocco.