The former president of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has defended the Confederation of African Football (CAF) against claims of being compromised by Swiss influence. Pinnick refuted the notion, asserting that former Mamelodi Sundowns chairman, Patrice Motsepe, has saved African football, emphasizing the partnership between CAF and FIFA. Pinnick highlighted the strong relationship between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Patrice Motsepe, likening it to twins and expressing the positive synergy between FIFA and CAF.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration with FIFA and emphasized that no one wants to fight, as they understand the significance of working together for the benefit of African football. Pinnick praised Gianni Infantino as an influential figure who loves Africa and emphasized the positive impact he has had on African football. He also lauded Patrice Motsepe as a success story and the first black billionaire from Africa, emphasizing his contributions to African football and his positive image within the continent.