OFFICIAL: Nigeria issue statement on Osimhen 'ban'
NFF general secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi rubbished reports suggesting that action had been taken against Victor Osimhen following his social media outburst.
Rumours of a potential suspension emerged after the Napoli striker took to social media to respond to ex-Super Eagles boss Finidi George, who at the time was claimed to have criticised the forward for being unavailable to participate in the side's most recent round of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.He also insisted that he had suggested that he still attend the camp, saying that George refused the idea and instead asked him to stay put and recover.
Despite reports stating that he would be punished for his outburst, though, NFF general secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi has now confirmed that no action has been taken against the player.
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