Chief Adegboye Onigbinde

World soccer ruling body, FIFA has again applauded the immense contribution of Nigeria’s foremost football technocrat, Chief Adegboye Onigbinde to the development of the round leather game globally.

FIFA Secretary General, Jerome Valcke, in a letter of commendation dated August 20, 2012 sent to the Modakeke high chief, said:  “the FIFA president will like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude for all the work that you have accomplished as a member of a FIFA standing committee.”

“As a sign of appreciation, please accept this pennant (attached) as a piece of memorabilia. Thanks to committed and loyal people like you, we have been able to progress and develop the beautiful game.”