NFF President Gusau Hails Ahmed Musa’s Legacy as Super Eagles Captain
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Ibrahim Musa Gusau (MON), has paid glowing tribute to former Super Eagles’ captain Ahmed Musa following the talismanic forward’s official retirement from international football.
‘Ahmed Musa was a rock for Nigeria, both on the pitch and in the dressing room. He was a charismatic leader and an amazing patriot who gave his all at all times whenever he was called upon,’ Gusau said.
He added: ‘The Nigeria Football Federation joins other individuals and entities within Nigeria and globally to celebrate a man whose simplicity and humility, aside from his commitment and zeal to win for Nigeria, remain virtues that should be embraced by upcoming and even established players of our time.”
Musa, Nigeria’s record FIFA World Cup goalscorer with four strikes across two tournaments—Brazil 2014 and Russia 2018—has formally hung up his international boots, months after assuming the role of General Manager at Nigeria Premier Football League giants, Kano Pillars.
The forward was a key member of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations-winning Super Eagles squad. He also added bronze in 2019 and silver in 2023 to his continental medal collection. Beyond his senior exploits, Musa represented Nigeria at U20 and U23 levels before becoming the nation’s record appearance holder with 111 caps.
