Some disgruntled voices have been calling for the resignation of Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF) President, Musa Ahmed Kida. But a closer look at the facts and the federation’s constitution raises a compelling question… Is this call for exit really justified?
The NBBF constitution clearly outlines the tenure of its president. If leadership is only determined by the tenure prescribed, except in cases like death or proven constitutional breaches, then why the sudden demand for Kida’s exit ?
Is the federation suddenly “tenure-less,” or are these calls simply impatience dressed as concern?
Kida’s tenure, by all observable measures, has been productive. Under his leadership, Nigerian basketball has gained visibility on the international stage, structural reforms have been implemented, and young talents have found pathways to develop professionally.
If his performance is not in serious question, why not let the democratic process take its course? Why call for his exit before the next election, when the ballot would ultimately decide his mandate?
And there’s the constitutional question of term limits. Does the NBBF constitution permit a third term or not? If it does, why cry wolf? If it doesn’t, then the rules themselves provide a natural timeline for transition.
Premature agitation risks undermining not just Kida, but the stability and credibility of the federation itself.
Beyond basketball, Kida’s leadership footprint extends into national sports development. He currently serves as Chairman of the National Institute for Sports (NIS) 10-Year Implementation Committee and holds key responsibilities within the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).
Kida’s experience in managing complex institutions brings a level of professionalism and strategic oversight rare in sports administration.
The debate, therefore, should not be about personalities or impatience. It should be about process, performance, and adherence to the rules.
Democracy in sports governance is not measured by noise or clamor, but by constitutional respect and structured engagement.
If the NBBF constitution governs tenure, then it must be respected. If elections determine leadership continuity, then stakeholders should prepare for the ballot, not agitation. Until then, Musa Ahmed Kida’s leadership remains both legitimate and defensible.