Chief Felix Anyansi-Agwu, First Vice President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), was injured during an armed robbery at his residence in Gwarinpa Estate, Abuja, early Tuesday morning, January 8.

The robbers reportedly broke into the former Enyimba FC chairman’s home, ransacked the property, and attacked him before making off with valuables, including a vehicle, mobile phones, cash, and other items worth millions of naira. Chief Anyansi-Agwu is currently receiving medical care at an undisclosed location in Abuja.

The incident has drawn widespread concern within the Nigerian football community. NFF President Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau visited the victim’s residence on Wednesday to offer support and prayers.

Alhaji Gusau expressed gratitude that the attack did not claim any lives and wished the injured football administrator a speedy recovery.

“This is a troubling situation, and we stand with Chief Anyansi-Agwu and his family during this difficult time,” said NFF General Secretary Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, who also pledged to visit the household.

Chief Anyansi-Agwu is a celebrated figure in Nigerian football, known for leading Enyimba International FC to historic back-to-back CAF Champions League titles in 2003 and 2004.

His achievements earned him consecutive African Football Manager of the Year awards. The authorities have yet to apprehend the perpetrators, but investigations are ongoing.