Former Super Eagles midfielder Garba Lawal has raised concerns over the Nigeria Football Federation’s ability to consistently meet the $100,000 monthly salary agreed with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle following the extension of his contract, while former Eagles boss Finidi George has warned that overloading Chelle with dual responsibilities could be counterproductive.
Chelle, who joined the Super Eagles in January 2025 on an initial two-year deal, has seen his contract extended until 2030 by the National Sports Commission. The Franco-Malian, who originally earned $50,000 per month inclusive of his assistants’ wages, had requested $130,000 per month in negotiations. The agreed figure of $100,000 represents a significant increase, with the NFF now separately responsible for the contracts of his backroom staff. He has also been handed oversight of the U-23 side ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games qualifiers.
Chelle steadied Nigeria during the 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign,
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