The presidents of Federation of International Football Association, FIFA, Gianni Infantino, and the Confederation of African Football, CAF, Dr Patrice Motsepe, have sent birthday greetings to Amaju Pinnick, FIFA Council member, who turned 54 today.
Also, Mattias Grafström, the Secretary General of FIFA, sent his greetings to Pinnick, who was president of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, from 2014 to 2022.
According to the FIFA scribe, “On this most special of days, I wish you a world of happiness, good health and great success
for the year ahead.
“May you celebrate your 54th birthday with beloved family and friends, as you continue to
inspire all around you with your positivity and love for our beautiful game.
“I look forward to congratulating you in person very soon and sharing more special moments of triumph and newly achieved goals together!”
Infantino, in his letter, said: “Happy birthday! Dear Amaju, I would like to extend my best wishes to you on this very special day.
“As we celebrate your birthday, it is the occasion to reflect on our collaboration and to thank you for all your work and for your contribution within the FIFA Council to the development of the sport that unites us all, football.
“May this year bring you good health, joy, success and fulfilment on both a personal and professional level.”
Dr. Motsepe, CAF President, wrote: “My dear Brother Amaju, happy birthday and may God fulfil all your wishes and dreams.
“We are fortunate and blessed in Nigerian Football and in African Football to have an experienced and respected leader like yourself.
“Thank you for your contributions and excellent leadership in the CAF EXCO and FIFA Council.
“Please, pass my regards to your wonderful family and I look forward to seeing you at the CAF Awards in Marrakech.”
