Peter Obi has condemned the reported failure to pay match allowances owed to the Super Eagles, calling it a disgrace that reflects poorly on the country.
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The former Labour Party presidential candidate said the situation distracts the national team at a time when Nigerians are searching for hope and pride.
The issue surfaced this week after reports emerged that players were yet to receive agreed bonuses despite recent victories. The matter has raised concerns as the team prepares for crucial matches in an international competition.
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Obi said the Super Eagles have continued to lift national morale and project Nigeria positively across the world through their performances. He noted that football remains one of the few platforms that unite Nigerians regardless of background.
He questioned how the country could struggle to meet such obligations while huge sums are written off as debts and spent on projects that do not directly improve citizens’ lives. According to him, this reflects misplaced priorities in governance.
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Obi warned that unpaid allowances damage Nigeria’s image abroad and could weaken players’ morale ahead of key fixtures. He described the situation as avoidable and unnecessary.
He urged the authorities to act swiftly by settling all outstanding payments, saying Nigeria must learn to honour its commitments and treat its national representatives with dignity.
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