Fans Question Nigerian Judge’s Role in Stripping Senegal of AFCON 2025 Title
African football was thrown into turmoil when the CAF Appeal Board revoked Senegal’s 2025 AFCON title. The committee is chaired by Justice Roli Daibo Harriman, a distinguished Nigerian jurist. Nigerian supporters reacted with anger at her involvement. Many pointed to her decision not to recuse herself, despite stepping aside in a previous case involving Libya, and to her links with a former NFF president. Critics also highlighted that no Nigerian referees officiated at the tournament. They argue that if strict standards apply to match officials, they should apply equally to senior administrators. Although Justice Harriman ruled independently, the optics have dented Nigeria’s football reputation. Nigerians have joined voices across Africa in condemning the decision.
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