News Investigators/ Sunday Dare, Special Adviser on Media and Communications to the President, has praised Amaju Pinnick’s appointment as Special Adviser to CAF President Patrice Motsepe.
Mr Dare, a former minister of youth and sports, described the appointment as a significant boost for Nigerian and African football.
In a statement made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, Dare congratulated Pinnick on his return to continental football leadership.
Mr Pinnick, a former President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) was appointed on Saturday by Motsepe, marking his reintegration into CAF’s inner circle.
The presidential aide commended Pinnick’s dedication to football governance and his consistent influence across Africa’s sporting landscape.
“Amaju Pinnick’s re-emergence on the continental football stage is a testament to his vast experience and tireless passion for the beautiful game.
”His new appointment as Special Adviser to the CAF President is well-deserved, and I am confident he will make invaluable contributions to African football at this strategic level,” Dare said.
Mr Dare emphasised that Pinnick’s presence within the CAF executive will once again, place Nigeria at the center of major football decisions on the continent.
”It’s a win for the country and a proud moment for Nigerian sports leadership, especially at a time where President Bola Tinubu has mandated the development of a strong sports economy in Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Agenda,” he added.
Mr Pinnick previously served as CAF first vice president and as a member of the FIFA Council.
During his tenure, he worked closely with Dare as minister, forging a synergy to reposition Nigerian football.
Mr Dare expressed optimism that Pinnick’s appointment would further elevate Nigeria’s reputation in international football governance.
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