The unveiling of the new Super Eagles coach, Finidi George, has sparked curiosity within the Nigerian football community regarding the details of his contract, Soccernet.ng reports.
Despite the official introduction by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) today, the specifics of Finidi’s contract remain undisclosed, leaving many to speculate about the treatment of indigenous coaches by the NFF.
According to ACLSports, Finidi George will earn a monthly salary of 15 million naira for his services, making him the highest-paid indigenous coach in Nigeria.
This significant increase contrasts sharply with the rumoured earnings of most indigenous coaches, which reportedly rarely exceed 2 million naira.
While the exact duration of Finidi’s contract was not specified, it is expected to run until May 2026, spanning a two-year period. Finidi emerged victorious in the selection process, beating out other top contenders such as Emmanuel Amuneke for the prestigious role.
During the official unveiling at the Moshood Abiola Abuja National Stadium, Finidi George expressed contentment with the terms of his contract. He emphasized his focus on delivering results and expressed confidence that increased compensation would follow as he adds value to the team.
Reports indicate that Finidi George will lead the Super Eagles as they open camp on May 28 in preparation for their first competitive game since the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Nigeria will face South Africa in a crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match at the Nest of Champions in Uyo on June 7, followed by a match against Benin Republic in Abidjan three days later. With Nigeria currently holding two points from their opening group games in the World Cup qualifying race, the pressure is on for Finidi to lead the team to success on the international stage.
