Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi pledges to personally pay teammates’ and staff’s outstanding win bonuses if Nigeria’s government fails before Saturday’s AFCON 2025 quarterfinal against Algeria in Marrakech. The 30-year-old Leicester midfielder made the commitment amid threats of training and travel boycott over four unpaid victories: group wins vs Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, and round-of-16 vs Mozambique. Ndidi: “I’ll personally pay if authorities don’t before Saturday. Don’t want this affecting preparations.”
Players threatened action Tuesday after NFF showed processed proofs but Central Bank delays persisted. Federal Minister Doris Uzoka-Anite announced Thursday foreign exchange overhaul with CBN for Thursday-Friday resolution.
Recurring saga echoes Mikel Obi’s 2016 Olympics funding and recent World Cup playoff protest vs DR Congo. Ndidi maintained squad unity since second group game, pushing training despite unrest. Eagles aim for trophy on January 18; government vows systemic fixes. Leadership shines. Nigeria eyes Algeria upset.
