NFF President visits Taiwo Awoniyi in UK after surgery

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Gusau, on Thursday, May 29, 2025, paid a visit to Super Eagles and Nottingham Forest striker, Taiwo Awoniyi, at his residence in Nottingham, the United Kingdom.

The purpose of the visit was to check on Awoniyi’s health and to ascertain the stage of his recovery following a serious injury sustained during a match.

Gusau was accompanied by some members of the NFF Executive Board, who also extended their support and encouragement to the injured footballer.

Speaking during the visit, Gusau expressed his delight upon seeing that Awoniyi was in good spirits and steadily recovering from his recent surgery.

The NFF President, recently appointed President of the West African Football Union Zone B (WAFU B), also offered prayers for Awoniyi’s swift recovery and wellbeing.

He described Awoniyi as a key player for Nigeria and Nottingham Forest, noting his importance to both club and country on and off the pitch.

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Gusau added that the NFF would continue to monitor Awoniyi’s progress and offer any support needed to help him return to full fitness.

Responding, Awoniyi thanked the NFF President and his delegation for their visit and the encouragement they brought with them.

The striker expressed appreciation for the love shown by the football authorities and assured them that his rehabilitation was going well under the guidance of medical experts.

Awoniyi stated that he remained hopeful of returning stronger and was doing everything possible to get back to playing competitive football as soon as possible.

The striker sustained the injury during a Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Leicester City.

The game, which ended in a 2-2 draw, saw Awoniyi collide with the goalpost while attempting to score.

The Star